How You Can Support Palestine and Palestinians
by Anera
Jan 27, 2023
With everything that is happening in East Jerusalem, Gaza, the West Bank and Israel, you may be wondering what you can do to help in some way. We hope this page will be helpful to you. There is more than one way to engage, and donating is just a start. It’s also about educating yourself…
Read MoreExpanding Educational Opportunities in Gaza
by Sean Carroll
Oct 11, 2022
Adapted remarks delivered by Sean Carroll at the ceremony marking the completion of the expansion of the Rosary Sisters School in Gaza. It is a great pleasure for me to be back in Gaza today for this wonderful occasion. To celebrate the completion of the new floor at the Rosary Sisters School. Hearing just now…
Read MoreHow Does Food Insecurity Impact Students?
by Anera
Aug 17, 2022
It’s important to recognize the devastating impact food insecurity has on students. Anera ensures students have a balanced diet.
Read MoreAnera’s Situation Report from Gaza
by Anera
Aug 8, 2022
Our newest situation report comes one day after a ceasefire that ended three days of bombing in Gaza. Though the attacks were targeted, they led to many deaths and caused a lot of damage. They also ratcheted up the fear and trauma among Gaza’s residents, who are still coping with the aftermath of the May…
Read More“We’re Inside a Shroud”
Aug 8, 2022
“Thank God we survived physically. But psychologically we are inside a shroud.” These were the words from one of our Gaza colleagues this morning. As of this writing, the ceasefire between Israel and Gaza is holding up. Life is returning to normal, such as it is. People are back at the markets and on the…
Read MoreGaza is Being Bombed Again
by Anera
Aug 6, 2022
Gaza is experiencing its second day of bombing, with 20 Palestinians killed (including five children) and over 100 wounded, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health. Israeli media reports two Israel soldiers lightly wounded by rocket fire from Gaza, and no Israeli civilians killed or injured. This escalation follows four major Israeli bombings of the…
Read MoreWorld Refugee Day 2022
by Anera
Jun 17, 2022
World Refugee Day 2022 In 2022, there are more than 7 million Palestinian refugees. Over one million of these refugees live in refugee camps, where the conditions are bleak and often lack access to essential resources such as clean water and reliable electricity. Thanks to Anera supporters, we continue to expand our efforts to provide…
Read MoreWhat Are Examples of Humanitarian Aid?
by Anera
Jun 7, 2022
The world’s humanitarians work to make life better for people in times of need. However, many individuals find themselves confused about what exactly humanitarians do, when aid is needed, where and how humanitarians provide aid, and who receives the aid. If you are interested in getting involved and want to know how you can help,…
Read MoreWhat the Killing of Shireen Abu Akleh Should Mean for All of Us
by Anera
May 13, 2022
We at Anera are deeply saddened and angered by the brutal killing this week of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh in Jenin. Abu Akleh was a pioneer of her generation. And for our Palestinian colleagues, she has been one of the most trusted voices broadcasting news covering their lives and plights, and highs and…
Read MoreAn Update on our Community Environmental Health Project in 2022
by Anera
Apr 21, 2022
Anera’s UNICEF-funded Empowered Communities in Action project in Lebanon organizes activities that promote healthy behaviors. Our outreach includes topics like protecting the environment, menstrual well-being, and COVID-19 prevention. We also distribute hygiene supplies through the project. And young people earn cash-for-work helping us to carry out the activities, including many women leaders. Anera’s door-to-door COVID…
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