Lebanon participated in the Universal Periodic Review in Geneva in 2021 and presented its report for the third time before the Human Rights Council, following which it received several recommendations. It is . More than 30 civil society organizations in Lebanon, including national and regional networks, have formed a coalition to prepare a civil society report that addresses the following issues: Civil and Political Rights, Economic and Social Rights, Women’s Rights, Refugee Rights, Migrant Workers, Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and Rights Related to Climate Justice. The report highlights the most prominent human rights violations in Lebanon and proposes recommendations.

This report was made possible thanks to the contribution of civil society, which is a key partner in strengthening human rights records and achieving sustainable development. By focusing on the national context and aligning with the UPR mechanism, the report provides a unique platform for civil society organizations to engage with key issues and play a critical role in shaping the collective future. It seeks to foster discussions on key challenges and address gaps in the national response, reaffirm commitments to human rights standards, and amplify the voice of civil society.