A History of the Anera-Islamic Relief USA Partnership in Palestine 2014 – 2021
by Anera
Feb 15, 2022
Since 2014, Anera and Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA) have partnered to improve the communities and lives of vulnerable Palestinians. The interventions implemented by Anera and IRUSA address critical needs related to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH); early childhood development; livelihoods; health; food security; and emergency response. Anera and IRUSA’s shared priorities include principles of sustainability…
Read MoreCOVID-19 in Palestine: A Lockdown Within a Lockdown
by Anera
Feb 14, 2022
COVID-19 is a scourge that spares no society, rich or poor. Palestine is no exception. But Palestine’s precarious situation makes treating the virus and stemming its spread much more difficult. Inadequate healthcare, water and sanitation infrastructure, and resources limit Palestine’s ability to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The World Health Organization reports that in the…
Read MoreHappy Valentine’s Day from Anera
by Anera
Feb 14, 2022
Today is about expressing our gratitude and appreciation for those dear to us. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the entire Anera community. While we appreciate your support every day, today is one of the few opportunities we have to be a little mushy. In the spirit of sentimentality, here are…
Read MoreKN95 Face Masks From Distribute Aid Help Protect Lebanon
by Anera
Feb 10, 2022
Thanks to a donation of 1.5 million masks by Distribute Aid, Anera is now distributing KN95 face masks to our partners and their patients across Lebanon. These masks will help Lebanon to manage and contain the spread of COVID-19 and its new variants.
Read MorePlay Is Important for Palestinian Preschool Children in Gaza
by Anera
Jan 24, 2022
Play is just as important as basic academics for preschool-aged children. In Gaza, Anera funded and organized outdoor activities for 1,400 children at 12 preschools. The goal of these events is to promote play, socialization, and teach best health and hygiene practices to families.
Read MoreEnglish Courses Set Students in Lebanon Up for Success
by Anera
Jan 14, 2022
In partnership with Arizona State University, Anera’s English language courses are expanding opportunities for young people in Lebanon. Let’s hear from a few of the students!
Read MoreReducing Rates of Early Marriage in Lebanon
by Anera
Jan 14, 2022
Anera staffer Sarah Hachem reports on Anera’s Sama Project from Akkar, Lebanon. Early marriage is a problem for vulnerable families in Lebanon’s most impoverished governorate. Anera is currently selecting nearly 500 girls, aged 13 to 16, to participate. Their families will receive monthly stipends to pay for their daughters’ continued schooling and offset day-to-day expenses….
Read MoreBuilding Rooftop Gardens in Gaza
by Anera
Dec 27, 2021
Anera has installed 49 rooftop gardens across Gaza. The gardens provide families with a ready supply of fresh vegetables. Many families find that spending time tending to their garden offers a respite from the stresses of everyday life in Gaza. Suhad Zayed and her family are one of the participating households. She and her kids…
Read MoreFarms to Fosool
by Anera
Dec 23, 2021
Anera’s new Farms to Fosool program delivers healthy, fresh breakfasts to Gaza preschoolers every school day. We’re building on sustainable, long-term community partnerships connecting family farmers, working women and schools. Farmers participating in Anera’s greenhouse program earn income selling produce to women’s cooperatives. Members of women’s cooperatives earn an income preparing fresh, health breakfasts for…
Read MoreReflecting on Christmas
by Anera
Dec 22, 2021
We visit with three families in Beirut who talk about what Christmas means to them in these difficult times in Lebanon. Happy holidays to you and yours from Anera!
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