Due to multiple challenges, Lebanon’s private sector is lagging in creating economic opportunities and jobs, particularly for youth and women. Through LED’s activities and impact, USAID aims to advance socioeconomic development, empower youth and women, and spur economic growth and stability. LED Project is implemented by Chemonics Beirut S.A.R.L.
Project Duration
Base Period: October 2017 – September 2020
Project Budget
$24.3 million over 5 years
Project Partners
Berytech Foundation (LED’s business promotion partner for Beirut/Mount Lebanon, Bekaa and South Lebanon); BIAT (LED’s business promotion partner for Northern Lebanon); business associations, syndicates, and chambers of commerce; business consultants and consulting firms; other business service providers; other development partner projects/programs; and others.