ITAR Consultants conducted a two-month evaluation of the PACES project, implemented by ASMAE in Lebanon. The project aimed to improve service delivery for vulnerable children and adolescents in Shatila and Burj El-Barajneh refugee camps, focusing on education, protection services, and psychosocial support (PSS). It was co-financed by AFD and ASMAE, with Basmeh&Zeitooneh (B&Z) and Jafra Foundation as local partners responsible for activity implementation.
The project targeted Palestinian, Syrian, and Lebanese children and adolescents, with the following specific objectives:
- Education Services and Capacity Building: Provide formal education and certificates through staff capacity-building and delivery of education services based on needs assessments.
- Protection and Psychosocial Support: Enhance child development and well-being by providing protection activities and promoting emotional and social well-being for children and caregivers.
- Capacity Building of Partners: Strengthen the organisational capacity of the implementing partners to improve the delivery of services and operational processes.
The evaluation followed OECD DAC criteria, assessing the effectiveness and impact of the project. ITAR used a mixed-methods approach, including Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), a quantitative survey, and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) to gather comprehensive data on the project’s outcomes and provide actionable recommendations for future interventions.
