The Role of Civil Society in Human Rights Protection in the Levant

The Levant is currently experiencing a shift in social and political dynamics that have been central to its existence for the past few decades. This shift has come as a result of a broader regional movement that demands institutional reform and political freedom. These demands are fueled by a combination of corruption, increasing poverty, and a desire for better living conditions. This paper provides a comparative analysis at the different legal frameworks that govern civil society in the Levant and its effect on human rights protection in Jordan, Lebanon, and the occupied Palestinian Territories.