Youth4Governance (Y4G) is an internship program that engages students, universities, and public administrations in leading the drive for more accountable, transparent, and effective governance in Lebanon. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology and Siren's wealth of experience in public sector governance spanning over 15 years, the program provides students with mentorship and training to support their career development as future civil servants and engaged citizens. The program's multidisciplinary approach, encompassing technology, social sciences, and communication, nurtures a diverse network of future change-makers committed to reform. With hands-on experience in driving reform from within the state, participants not only enhance their own professional growth but also leave a lasting impact of fresh energy and innovation in Lebanon's struggling institutions. Furthermore, in empowering young individuals to engage with public administrations and institutions, Y4G ultimately aims to foster a stronger Government-to-Citizen relationship. Two years in, 70 of Lebanon’s brightest young talents have worked on practical projects, gaining valuable skills and experience, and proving that the country’s youth have a key role to play in rebuilding the Lebanese state.
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Siren supports organisations from across the public and social sectors leverage opportunities and address the immediate and long-term needs of communities. We find solutions to complex problems, with a track record of driving efficiency and effectiveness in diverse contexts including low resource and conflict affected environments. Through client-centered research, change management, and digital transformation services, we empower our partners to lead systems-level change. Our multidisciplinary teams, comprising technologists, social data scientists, and strategic advisors, deliver flexible and adaptive programming that enables quick responses to changing conditions. Understanding the unique challenges faced by our partners, we provide tailored solutions driving positive change across multiple sectors such as public sector governance and oversight, security sector transformation, education, health, media, open-source intelligence, and social protection. By harnessing the transformative impact of ICT technologies and leveraging our expertise in data analytics, we assist organizations in developing scalable and forward-thinking solutions using cost-efficient technologies. We collect and analyse accurate data to uncover insights, solve complex problems, identify trends, and predict probabilities, and assist our partners in utilizing data to create safer, more just, and more prosperous communities. With our client-centered approach, evidence-based strategies, and innovative use of technology, Siren is uniquely positioned to respond to the increasingly complex organizational and societal challenges of today, creating a positive impact for communities.
