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Documenting the Tragedy in Gaza

by Anera

May 26, 2021

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We feature here photographs from the amazing Zaanoun brothers, Mohammed and Ibrahim, who braved danger to themselves during the bombardment of Gaza to capture images of what happened. Follow Mohammed Zaanoun on Instagram at @m.z.gaza, and Ibrahim Zanoun at @ibrahim_zanoun.

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Delivering Emergency Medical Aid and Supplies to Gaza

by Anera

May 25, 2021

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With the support of people like YOU and our medical donation partners Americares and Direct Relief, Anera was able to deliver the first (of many) emergency medical aid shipments to Gaza.

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In the Words of Anera’s Palestine Staff

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May 18, 2021

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What we are hearing from our colleagues in Palestine living through the current crisis. Updated on an ongoing basis. May 18 “The bombings never stop, day and night, and they are targeting civilian homes, public offices, roads and the main Ministry of Health offices. Their only COVID-19 texting lab is damaged and no longer operating….

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Learning about Palestine

by Anera

May 18, 2021

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From movies and literature to blogs and informative news sources, there is a lot of information out there about Palestine and the current situation. We have put together a short list of some of our favorites. Whether you’re just getting started or have worked in Palestine for years, we hope there’s something for you in…

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Report on the Emergency in Jerusalem and Gaza

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May 12, 2021

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What began as peaceful protests by Palestinians in Jerusalem angered by their treatment under occupation, has over the past five days boiled over into the largest conflagration of violence since the 2014 Gaza war, or even the 2000-2005 Second Intifada. As of May 12, 11 pm Jerusalem/Gaza time, Israeli security forces and bombs have killed…

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A Statement from Anera on the Violence in Jerusalem and Gaza

by Anera

May 11, 2021

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We call on all those with the power to stop the evictions and the violence to do so immediately.

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Building Two New Preschools in the West Bank

by Anera

May 6, 2021

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Anera continues to create new infrastructure for Palestinian preschoolers in the West Bank to learn in stimulating and child-appropriate environments. Our schools are specially designed to let in light and air and to create spacious areas for children to spread out and learn through experience and creativity. We are now building two new preschools, one…

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Food Parcels and Hygiene Kits for Families in Lebanon – Ramadan 2021

by Anera

May 3, 2021

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You can provide a vulnerable family in Lebanon with a food parcel and hygiene kit for just $80 this Ramadan season.

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You Can Provide a Palestinian Family in Gaza with Food this Ramadan 2021 — Ghadeer’s Story

by Anera

Apr 29, 2021

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See how $70 makes a difference for Ghadeer’s family this Ramadan in Gaza.

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Harnessing the Power of the Sun for Water and Agriculture in Gaza

by Anera

Apr 28, 2021

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In Gaza, young Palestinian women are finding jobs installing solar panels — providing the power to pump and clean much needed water for local farmers.

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