Call for Focus Group Discussion (FGD) Facilitators for project on perspectives for a new social contract

Terms of Reference (ToR)

Title: Call for Focus Group Discussion (FGD) Facilitators for project on perspectives for a new social contract

Location: Across Lebanon

Project: Intergenerational Perspectives for a Future Social Contract in Lebanon 

Timeline of implementation: 10 November to 5 December 2025

1. Background: In response to the social, economic, political and security crises Lebanon faces, the Berghof Foundation, in partnership and funded by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) is conducting a research that aims to explore the intergenerational perspectives of Lebanese people regarding the social contract for future generations. The study will focus on their collective aspirations for a new social contract, examining their visions for political, economic, and social reforms, as well as the fundamental rights they consider essential for a sustainable, just, inclusive and resilient future where the relationship between the state and society is underpinned by trust and participation.

The research seeks to answer the following key questions, which will be refined in collaboration with the Advisory Board:

1) What visions for Lebanon’s future, in terms of political, economic, and social stability, do the different generations articulate, and where do their views align, diverge, or conflict?

2) How do different generations view the relationship between citizens and the state? How do they believe this should work to best serve their needs and interests?

3) What core values, rights, and principles do the different generations consider essential for a sustainable, just, inclusive and resilient future in Lebanon?

4) What key barriers and opportunities different generations identify as obstacles to implementing a new social contract in Lebanon?

2. Purpose of the Assignment: Organize and facilitate 10 Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) across Lebanon during the month of November in collaboration with Berghof’s project manager and facilitators.

3. Scope of Work: The firm will be responsible for:

• Design the FGD methodology and questions in collaboration with the Berghof Foundation
• Purposefully sample and invite15 participants for every based on the criteria set forth by the project and in collaboration with the Berghof Foundation
• Facilitate the FGDs with the support of BF facilitators in line with the project objectives
• Develop a short summary of recommendations for every FGD
• Adhere to ethical standards, including confidentiality, informed consent, and data protection.