Supporting Small Farms and Farmers in North Lebanon
Aug 22, 2023
In Akkar, Lebanon, Anera is supporting 20 male and female farmers in establishing agricultural greenhouses.
Read MoreTraining A New Generation of Car Mechanics in Lebanon
Aug 22, 2023
Auto repair and car mechanics is a growing industry in Lebanon amid the economic crisis. Anera, with the support of UNICEF, is providing auto mechanic training to young people as a career path. Students are trained at CIS, a local partner that specializes in vocational education.
Read MoreEmergency Food for Families in Bekaa, Lebanon
Aug 22, 2023
Food security continues to be a huge challenge for many across Lebanon. With rising costs and food scarcity due to the country-wide economic crisis, immediate food relief is unfortunately sometimes needed. Anera and World Food Program recently distributed food parcels to families in Lebanon’s Bekaa region.
Read MoreWorld Humanitarian Day 2023
Aug 19, 2023
August 19 commemorates the annual World Humanitarian Day, a global observance of the violence, challenges, changes and hazards millions of civilians and volunteers in conflict-affected countries face every day with bravery, resilience, selflessness and sacrifice. Unfortunately, in many cities and countries around the world, refugees and civilians fight for their lives, struggle to find shelter,…
Read MoreBuilding Healthy Communities
Aug 3, 2023
Anera is dedicated to building healthy communities in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan. Thanks to worldwide donations and supporters, we can rebuild and improve conditions in healthcare facilities that need assistance. From delivering necessary supplies to training professionals, Anera helps communities develop better healthcare. Learn more about our projects in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan. Increasing Equipment…
Read More4 Ways the Gaza Electricity Crisis Makes Life Unlivable
Jul 18, 2023
Gaza has long suffered from a severe electricity shortage, but this summer it has reached a breaking point. Just today, temperatures reached 38 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), eight degrees higher than the average for this time of year. Worse, Gaza residents currently get only six to eight hours of power per day, if they get…
Read MoreWorld Youth Skills Day 2023
Jul 11, 2023
July 15 is World Youth Skills Day, a day observed by the United Nations to celebrate the creativity and resilience of youth, and to recognize the importance of giving young people training and skills for employment and entrepreneurship. Building A Better Lebanon with Our Hands Anera’s collective efforts over the years have pushed back against…
Read MoreBuilding A Better Lebanon with Our Hands – World Youth Skills Day 2023
Jul 10, 2023
Anera’s collective efforts over the years have pushed back against the harsh realities in Lebanon by working to provide a sense of structure and normalcy for youth. We have brought many thousands of young people back into classrooms and have trained them in employable skills. Ultimately, improving their lives, enriching their communities and building a better future for coming generations.
Read MoreQurbani (AKA Udhiya) in Gaza
Jul 10, 2023
At the end of June 2023, Anera made qurbani distributions (otherwise widely known as udhiya in the Middle East) in Gaza, thanks to generous grants from two long-time funders. We reached 16,345 families in every Gaza governorate. Most families received two kilograms of meat, but 900 of the larger families in Gaza received four kilograms….
Read MoreKeeping Nurses in Lebanon Safe While They Save Lives
Jul 6, 2023
Anera recently distributed protective gowns used in chemotherapy preparation to nurses working in Lebanese public hospitals.
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