International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
by Anera
Nov 26, 2025
Every year, November 29 marks the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People — a date observed by the United Nation for over four decades. Learn more about how you can support Palestine and Palestinians.
Read MoreHappy World Olive Tree Day!
by Anera
Nov 21, 2025
Happy Olive Oil Day! Olive oil production and olive trees are such a special part of Palestinian heritage. Our team member Sulieman explains more.
Read MoreWorld Children’s Day
by Anera
Nov 19, 2025
Every year since it was established by the United Nations in 1954, World Children’s Day is celebrated on November 20. Each year, this date marks the celebration of the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, reminding us to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide and efforts to improve children’s welfare….
Read MoreWorld Diabetes Day
by Anera
Nov 14, 2025
Recognized by the United Nations in 2006, every year the world marks World Diabetes Day on November 14. #WorldDiabetesDay 2025 This World Diabetes Day, we recognize the importance of access to medical care in Gaza and the West Bank. Amid the devastation of the conflict in Gaza, many residents face a compounded risk, struggling with…
Read MoreWorld Mental Health Day: Hope for Healing Amid Conflict
by Anera
Oct 10, 2025
On October 10, we commemorate World Mental Health Day, recognizing that mental health plays a vital role in supporting overall health.
Read MoreWorld Pharmacists Day
by Anera
Sep 25, 2025
World Pharmacists Day is observed annually on September 25. Today is World Pharmacists Day. In Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, and Jordan, Anera’s pharmacists work under immense challenges, managing scarce supplies and supporting patients facing displacement and trauma. Today, we celebrate their courage, skill and the vital role they play in keeping communities healthy. View…
Read MoreWorld Blood Donor Day
by Anera
Jun 11, 2025
Every year on June 14, World Blood Donor Day marks a date to highlight the ongoing need for global blood donations.
Read MoreCelebrating Mother’s Day
by Anera
May 7, 2025
Most countries in the Arab world celebrate Mother’s Day on March 21. In the U.S., Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May. Mother’s Day 2025 This Mother’s Day, join Anera in celebrating the immensurable strength and resilience of mothers in Palestine, Lebanon, and Jordan. As financial crises and violence plague the region,…
Read MoreSupporting International Workers’ Day
by Anera
Apr 30, 2025
Since the late 19th century International Workers’ Day, or May Day, is celebrated annually on May 1 to honor the working classes and the labor movement. It is widely observed in many nations around the world, including as a public holiday in Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine, to commemorate the continued efforts of workers to secure…
Read MoreGaza Culture Will Not Be Erased
Apr 15, 2025
If I must die,you must liveto tell my storyto sell my thingsto buy a piece of clothand some strings,(make it white with a long tail)so that a child, somewhere in Gazawhile looking heaven in the eyeawaiting his dad who left in a blaze—and bid no one farewellnot even to his fleshnot even to himself—sees the…
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