International Day of Charity
by Anera
Sep 5, 2023
What is International Day of Charity and why does it matter?
Read MoreWorld Humanitarian Day 2023
by Anera
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 MoreWorld Youth Skills Day 2023
by Anera
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 MoreWorld Music Day
by Anera
Jun 21, 2023
June 21st is World Music Day! Music has long played a central role in Palestinian life and is an important part of Palestinian cultural identity.
Read MoreWorld Refugee Day
by Anera
Jun 19, 2023
What Is World Refugee Day? World Refugee Day 2023 What does it mean to be a refugee? It can be defined as a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster. But for Anera, the word refugee is not only part of our name, it’s…
Read MoreThe Unique Health Challenges Women Face in Palestine, Lebanon, and Jordan
by Halie Tolba
Mar 6, 2023
Maternal, breast and reproductive health are just some of the top priorities to ensure women live a quality life. Yet, marginalized communities in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan have trouble accessing the quality care they need. Women’s health can easily fall by the wayside when medications and clinics are expensive or inaccessible, which can lead to…
Read MoreInternational Day of Education
by Anera
Jan 24, 2023
A Brief History of the International Day of Education On Dec. 3, 2018, the United Nations proclaimed Jan. 24 as the International Day of Education. This day celebrates education’s vital role in cultivating peace and development throughout nations. The International Day of Education, also called International Education Day, supports inclusive, equitable and quality education for…
Read MorePalestinian Teachers’ Day 2022
by Anera
Dec 13, 2022
Today is Palestinian Teachers’ Day, a time to recognize all those who play an integral part in the development of children, such as Anera’s program officer in Gaza, Suad Lubbad. “Having a personal mission to invest in the development of young children to reach a better tomorrow for Palestine has inspired me to persevere in…
Read MoreHuman Rights Day
by Anera
Dec 10, 2022
Human Rights Day 2022 Human Rights Day was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly 54 years ago on December 10 to proclaim the rights all humans are entitled to regardless of their background or status. This year the UN’s 2022 theme is Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All. Although Anera is non-political, our community…
Read MoreWorld Soil Day
by Anera
Dec 5, 2022
World Soil Day 2022: Overcoming Restrictions in Palestinian Agriculture The health of the soil in Palestine has suffered over the past several decades, due to land access restrictions, over-farming of small plots, and use of damaging fertilizers. Palestinian farmers are working to tackle the problems so they can keep up agricultural traditions that go back…
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