Social protection - Lebanese orphanages - SOS Children’s Villages Lebanon - Orphaned children - Financial independence
After the orphanage: The struggle to start over
Turning 18 is often seen as the beginning of independence. For young orphans growing up in alternative care, however, it can bring difficult questions about education, housing, documentation, financial security and life without a family safety net. This article explores what happens after 18 and the challenges of building an independent life in Lebanon.
Social protection - Lebanese orphanages - SOS Children’s Villages Lebanon - Orphaned children - Financial independence