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Joint Statement: International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime

by Anera

Dec 9, 2024

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>>> Read the statement as a pdf Today, as the world marks the adoption of the Genocide Convention in 1948, we are reminded of its solemn promise: never again. This landmark treaty arose from humanity’s collective horror at atrocities committed such as the Holocaust—reminders of the depths to which we can fall when the world…

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Gaza and West Bank Response Log

by Anera

Dec 5, 2024

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In this log, Anera provides updates on unfolding war in Palestine and our response. Please stay tuned here for the latest information. To subscribe for weekly updates via SMS on our response in Gaza, text GAZA to 1-866-549-0055. Questions? See our FAQ page December 5, 2024 Today, Anera’s community kitchen tekias continued their mission to…

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Thanks to You, We Surpassed Our GivingTuesday Goal!

by Anera

Dec 4, 2024

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We are happy to share that the Anera community came together in an extraordinary way this GivingTuesday, raising an incredible $324,044!

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Lebanon Response Log

by Anera

Nov 27, 2024

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In this log, Anera provides regular updates on unfolding hostilities in Lebanon and our response efforts. Our community makes our emergency response possible. Please consider donating today. Our team is working around the clock to expand this assistance, but we need your help. November 27, 2024 We welcome the news of a ceasefire in Lebanon and are…

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Delivering Aid to Gaza: Facing the Worst Challenges Yet

by Anera

Nov 25, 2024

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Just as harsh winter weather is setting in, the situation for humanitarian aid going into Gaza has reached its worst point since October 2023. Israel has severely restricted the entry of commercial goods, and aid convoys are barely trickling in. The whole of Gaza is affected and in the north, where some areas have been…

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Support Families Enduring Unimaginable Hardships This GivingTuesday

by Anera

Nov 20, 2024

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You can show your support for families affected by unimaginable hardships and violence in Palestine and Lebanon by donating to Anera this GivingTuesday, December 3. All donations will be DOUBLED to have 2X the impact on refugees and vulnerable communities in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon and Jordan. Your support during GivingTuesday gives us the…

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Lebanon Situation Report | November 2024

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Nov 19, 2024

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>>> Read the Situation Report Economy & Education Since September 2024, escalating violence has severely impacted Lebanon, with over 1.2 million people affected by Israeli airstrikes on historical sites, villages, and infrastructure. More than 185,000 people have sought refuge in over 1,000 shelters, half of whom are women and children.  The conflict has caused significant…

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Jordan Situation Report | November 2024

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Nov 14, 2024

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>>> Read the Situation Report Residents of Jordan confront a number of challenges, with hardships falling particularly hard on refugees. About half of all refugees in Jordan are under the age of 18. The poverty rate among Jordanian citizens is nearing 16%, and soars to 80% for Syrian refugees. Domestic violence is a major problem…

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World Diabetes Day

by Anera

Nov 14, 2024

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Every year since 2007, when it was established by the United Nations, the world marks World Diabetes Day on November 14. #WorldDiabetesDay 2024 This year on World Diabetes Day, Anera holds in our hearts the millions around the world – including in Palestine, Lebanon, and Jordan – without access to insulin and other needed healthcare….

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Caught Between Two Wars

by Anera

Nov 1, 2024

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A Syrian Refugee’s Struggle in Lebanon For 43-year-old Abu Jaafar, survival has become a daily fight. A Syrian refugee displaced by the conflict, he is now living on the streets of Beirut with his five children. Having lost everything to the war multiple times, he longs to return to Syria, but the path home seems…

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