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English as a Second Language Interventions

A regional study on how English language programs strengthen refugee youth’s skills for education, employment, and inclusion.

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Abstract

The English as a Second Language Interventions study explores the landscape of ESL programs targeting refugee youth across the MENA region. Using a mixed-methods approach, including interviews and roundtable discussions, the report identifies key educational gaps, best practices, and critical recommendations for improving language interventions. It stresses the importance of practical fluency, context-sensitive teaching, digital literacy, and inclusive classroom environments to equip refugee youth with future-ready skills essential for academic, professional, and social mobility.

Publishing Date: April 2025
Language: English
Authors: Maher Ghalyoun, Jood Zaidalkilani
Project Credits:
‍Project Design, Curriculum Development, Data Analysis and Management: HoE Ziena Abu-Dalbouh
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Project Coordination: ENT Junior Coordinator Muayad Khamis and ENT Projects Coordinator Majd Shams
Commissioned by: Jusoor
Citation: Jusoor MEAL Department. English as a Second Language Interventions: Research Findings on Refugee Youth in MENA. April 2025. Jusoor. Available at: https://www.jusoor.ngo
Innovation for inclusion

A sneak peek of our report data

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semi-structured interviews and one international roundtable discussion were conducted to map ESL interventions

WhatsApp

emerged as one of the most popular tools for ESL communication management, followed by Zoom and Microsoft Teams

Fluency

was prioritized over grammar to boost refugee youth’s academic and career opportunities

Digital Skills Gaps

continue to limit refugee youth’s access to employment and education

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About Jusoor

Jusoor, which means "bridges" in Arabic, is an international NGO with the mission of “Maximizing the potential of Syrian youth through education”.

Founded in 2011 by Syrian Diaspora in the private sector, Jusoor is a unique model of humanitarian intervention known for its innovative approach, dynamic and continuously improving programs, high-velocity execution, and the strength of its global partnerships. We believe in lean impact, and hold ourselves accountable for being nimble and responsive to the realities of Syrian children and youth on the ground and in the diaspora.

‍Jusoor is a non-political, non-religious non profit organization and is globally registered as a US 501c3 in the US, and a charitable organization in Canada, the United Kingdom, Jordan and Lebanon.

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