Caught Between Two Wars
by Anera
Nov 1, 2024
A Syrian Refugee’s Struggle in Lebanon For 43-year-old Abu Jaafar, survival has become a daily fight. A Syrian refugee displaced by the conflict, he is now living on the streets of Beirut with his five children. Having lost everything to the war multiple times, he longs to return to Syria, but the path home seems…
Read MoreSteps for Delivering Aid to Gaza
by Anera
Oct 11, 2024
Anera’s staff in the West Bank, East Jerusalem and Gaza work hard every day to coordinate the movement of aid into Gaza. They have been able to bring into Gaza 1,076 trucks, and counting, since the beginning of the war in October 2023. With those shipments, the team has facilitated distributions of 42 million meals,…
Read MoreAnera’s Annual Dinner Supports Vital Aid in the Middle East
by Anera
Oct 10, 2024
On October 4, 2024, Anera hosted its Annual Dinner fundraiser at the Ritz Carlton in Washington, DC, drawing 520 guests who came together to support vital humanitarian and development initiatives in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, and Jordan. The event, which raised over $3 million, reflected Anera’s commitment to empowering and honoring life through community-focused…
Read MoreGaza and West Bank Response Log | Year One
by Anera
Oct 7, 2024
In this log, Anera provides updates on unfolding war in Palestine and our response. Please stay tuned here for the latest information. To subscribe for weekly updates via SMS on our response in Gaza, text GAZA to 1-866-549-0055. October 6-7, 2024 Yesterday, evacuation orders were issued for the entire northern region of Gaza. People from…
Read MoreForced to Flee
by Anera
Oct 4, 2024
Lebanon’s Displaced Families Endure War The war on Lebanon has stretched on for over a year, forcing tens of thousands of families to flee their homes, just as they did in 2006. But this time, the displacement feels more painful, the suffering more profound, and the end of their misery seems even more distant. For…
Read MoreLHIF Issues Urgent Call for Ceasefire in Lebanon
by Anera
Sep 26, 2024
The Lebanon Humanitarian INGO Forum is an informal and independent coordinating body comprised of 69 international NGOs (including Anera) who are working to address the needs of vulnerable individuals, families and communities throughout Lebanon. Urgent Call for Ceasefire: Humanitarian Organizations in Lebanon Call for Immediate Action The past few days saw unprecedented escalation of Israeli…
Read MoreNGOs call for a humanitarian reset in Gaza: An NGO submission under NSM20
by Anera
Sep 26, 2024
>>> Read the full statement, with hyperlinked sources NGOs urge the Biden-Harris Administration to adjust course on its approach to Gaza given the catastrophic harm to civilians. Earlier this year, the Biden-Harris Administration created a new policy, National Security Memorandum 20 (NSM20) that included a requirement that all U.S. security partners facilitate humanitarian assistance. Israel…
Read MoreAnera Statement Regarding Misinformation on Humanitarian Aid Distribution in Gaza
by Anera
Sep 24, 2024
September 24, 2024 — In the past few days, libelous social media posts have circulated accusing Anera of withholding the distribution of tarpaulins and other humanitarian aid in Gaza. These claims are categorically false. Anera unequivocally rejects any allegations that supplies have been misappropriated, withheld for profit, or diverted to commercial markets by our organization…
Read MoreResponding to the Escalation of Violence in Lebanon
by Dima Zayat
Sep 23, 2024
Lebanon is facing yet another nightmare. The recent escalation of attacks from Israel has thrown the country into chaos, with families desperately trying to find safety. Schools have been forced to close, and roads are gridlocked with people fleeing their homes, unsure of where to go next. The coastal road is packed with displaced families—some…
Read MoreLebanon’s Hunger Crisis Deepens
by Anera
Sep 17, 2024
A Focus on Food Security Lebanon is facing an unparalleled crisis, with economic collapse, political instability, and ongoing conflict combining to create a humanitarian emergency. Among the most pressing concerns is food security, as millions struggle to access basic necessities. The Lebanese lira has already lost 98% of its 2019 value and inflation has soared…
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