Empowering Youth in Lebanon Through Education – Anera & UNICEF
by Anera
Jun 11, 2024
In partnership with UNICEF, Anera offers young people in Lebanon educational opportunities in basic numeracy and literacy, job skills training, and vocational education.
Read MoreStatement From Anera Following President Biden’s Remarks on the Proposed Hostage and Ceasefire Deal for Gaza
by Anera
Jun 1, 2024
As an organization committed to humanitarian relief, long-term development, and peaceful coexistence in the Middle East, Anera welcomes the proposed ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas announced by President Biden yesterday. Initial indications are that the plan includes the key elements required to end this horrible stage of the conflict: freeing of Israeli and Palestinian…
Read MoreOn The Ground Report | Addressing Period Poverty: Challenges and Solutions in Lebanon, Gaza and Beyond
by Anera
May 28, 2024
This report examines the severe impact of period poverty on women and girls in Lebanon and Gaza. In Lebanon, menstrual product prices have surged by 500% since 2019, forcing many women to use unsanitary alternatives, worsening health risks and social stigma. In Gaza, ongoing conflict has intensified the crisis, leaving many women without access to basic menstrual hygiene products and facilities, leading to severe physical and mental health issues.
Read MoreJoint Statement: NGOs demand UN Security Council enforce ICJ orders on Israel’s actions in Rafah
by Anera
May 27, 2024
The undersigned NGOs urgently call on all permanent and elected members of the UN Security Council to enforce the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) orders regarding Israel’s actions in Rafah, Gaza. Immediate action is required to uphold international law and ensure the Government of Israel meets its obligations as mandated by the ICJ. The ICJ…
Read MoreLebanon Situation Report | May 2024
by Anera
May 23, 2024
For more information, including sources cited, read our full situation report. Seventy five percent of children in Lebanon face the threat of poverty — a situation made worse by the escalation of hostilities with Israel since October 2023. Israeli attacks have worsened existing crises in Lebanon, including a 90% currency devaluation since 2019. And humanitarian…
Read MoreAnera is Training Special Educators for Children in Lebanon
by Anera
May 22, 2024
As part of our vocational education program in Lebanon, Anera trains young people as special education assistants to work in classrooms across the country.
Read MoreWorld leaders fail to act as Israeli invasion of Rafah worsens humanitarian catastrophe
by Anera
May 15, 2024
A joint statement issued by international non-governmental organizations. Despite repeated calls on Israel from heads of state, UN officials and humanitarian NGOs to refrain from expanding its ground offensive to Rafah, Israeli troops entered the governorate on May 7. Over 1.5 million people, including 600,000 children, are at serious risk; more than 450,000 Palestinians have…
Read MoreObserving Nakba Day
by Anera
May 15, 2024
For Palestinians around the world, May 15th marks the “Nakba” (literally “disaster” or “catastrophe” in Arabic) which commemorates the 1948 Palestinian exodus during the establishment of the State of Israel. Nakba Day 2022 For Palestinians around the world, May 15th marks the “Nakba” (literally “disaster” or “catastrophe” in Arabic) which commemorates the 1948 Palestinian exodus…
Read MoreEmpowering Lebanon’s Youth: Making a Difference through Volunteerism
by Anera
May 14, 2024
Recognizing the transformative impact of youth engagement, Anera hosts events across Lebanon to recruit volunteers for community projects and promote grassroots organizing as part of our Nahno Volunteers project.
Read MoreNew Evacuation Orders in Northern Gaza Deepens Misery
by Anera
May 11, 2024
A Report from Anera’s Team in Gaza Our Gaza staff are reporting the alarming news of new and unexpected evacuation orders, issued by the Israeli military, for all of the North Gaza Governorate. Our team lead in Gaza tells us: “Today marked another devastating day here. The people of Gaza are in a fight for…
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