Investing in Women: Strengthening Communities Across Palestine, Lebanon & Jordan
by AneraMar 6, 2020
“No society can be just, and no human or economic development even-spread and sustainable if women, who represent half of the population, are left behind, if their needs and aspirations are not addressed.” Dr. Lamis Abu-Nahleh This statement, which first appeared in the fall 1996 issue of Anera News, comes from Dr. Lamis Abu-Nahleh, a…
Read MoreAisha Arrabi – International Women’s Day 2020 Profile
by AneraMar 5, 2020
Aisha Arrabi is currently a volunteer coordinator at a women’s empowerment group in Burj El Barajneh Palestinian Refugee Camp in Lebanon. Their objective is to raise awareness among women in the camp on the many issues which affect their lives, their bodies and their futures. Aisha says, “I want to encourage each and every woman…
Read MoreKholood Was Born to Make Delicious Food – Nablus, Palestine
by AneraMar 4, 2020
Kholood is from Nablus, Palestine and is passionate about cooking. She likes to cook for her extended family whenever she feels sad and turns to cooking as a form of therapy. Kholood discovered her cooking skills after her husband fell ill as a way to find mental relief and bring in more income for her…
Read MoreHydroponic Greenhouse at the CSSL Women’s Center in Beit Hanoun, Gaza
by AneraFeb 24, 2020
Anera recently built a hydroponic greenhouse to take advantage of the open space on the rooftop of the Cooperative Society for Saving and Lending (CSSL) women’s center in Gaza. They are now growing organic produce like lettuce, cucumbers, green peppers, leafy greens and herbs like mint. The hydroponic system allows them to grow food using…
Read MoreSustainable Energy in Palestine & Lebanon Through Solar Power
by AneraFeb 21, 2020
Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza must largely rely on purchasing electricity from Israel. The power supply is unreliable, and a financial burden for families. In Gaza, hours-long blackouts are an everyday occurrence. Because the electrical supply is unpredictable, people often have to drop everything when the lights turn on to do chores and…
Read MoreRamadan 2020
by AneraFeb 21, 2020
Each year, during the month of Ramadan, Anera delivers food packages to those in need in Gaza and Lebanon. Over the years, members of the Anera community have written about the meaning Ramadan holds for them and the importance of solidarity. In the U.S., Anera is hosting several Ramadan events this year. Check back, as…
Read MoreHydroponic agriculture
by AneraFeb 10, 2020
Hydroponic cultivation can play an important role in meeting food security challenges. A small area can produce many fruits and vegetables at a very low cost with little more than PVC pipes and a small pump to circulate nutrients. Gaza, with one of the highest population densities in the world, is in dire need of…
Read MoreUnderstanding Agriculture in Palestine and How Aid Can Help
by AneraFeb 7, 2020
How does development aid help Palestinian agriculture? Learn why aid is essential to agriculture in Palestine & some of Anera’s recent programs.
Read MorePalestinians from Gaza and the West Bank are finding careers in coding & technology
by AneraJan 24, 2020
We’re so proud of our first class of Palestinian graduates from the anera+RBK program. Our graduates come from all over Palestine – from Gaza and the West Bank. Their hard work and dedication will take them far – with careers in coding and technology 💻. See how the anera+RBK program works 🎦
Read MoreThis is what you made possible in Palestine, Lebanon & Jordan in 2019. Thank you!
by AneraJan 7, 2020
We accomplished 💪🏽 so much this year in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan thanks to supporters like you. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
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