Responding 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…
Read MoreScenes of Devastation in Nur Shams Refugee Camp
by Anera
Sep 12, 2024
The West Bank has been subject to growing military incursions and violence since October 7. Israeli operations have particularly escalated in recent weeks, marking the largest military presence in two decades. In the midst of this critical situation, last Saturday Anera’s Joe Saba, chairman of the board, Sandra Rasheed, Palestine country director, and Sean Carroll,…
Read MoreHow Conflict Zones Fuel Pandemics
by Anera
Sep 5, 2024
Polio Emerges Amidst Gaza’s War Throughout history, the relationship between war and pandemics has been one of mutual reinforcement. Wars have often created the conditions for pandemics to emerge and spread. The intertwining of war and disease has left its scar on humanity from ancient battles to modern-day conflicts. More recently, the ongoing war in…
Read MoreEscalating Violence and Settler Attacks in the West Bank
by Anera
Aug 28, 2024
Palestine’s West Bank is facing intensified Israeli military operations, settler violence, and illegal settlement expansions, worsening living conditions. Despite the escalating violence and movement restrictions, Anera’s dedicated team continues to deliver vital aid and services to Palestinian communities
Read MoreWar’s Toll on Gaza’s Farms
by Anera
Aug 20, 2024
Agriculture has always been the backbone of Gaza’s economy, providing a crucial safety net for families that they could always fall back on in times of crisis. Now, just as Gaza families need it most, that safety net is not available. War has cut off families from their lands, left those lands and greenhouses damaged…
Read MoreResponding to the Prospect of a Widening War in Lebanon
by Anera
Aug 15, 2024
The escalations in Lebanon are destabilizing and threatening lives. Anera is poised to respond now and in the future.
Read MoreThe Cost of Living in Lebanon in 2024
by Anera
Jul 24, 2024
Housing, Groceries, and Education are Increasingly Priced Out of Reach for Many On July 23, the credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings announced that it would no longer provide an assessment of Lebanon due to the government’s failure to provide adequate information. The move, which will further restrict the nation’s ability to obtain foreign financing, is…
Read MoreSean Carroll’s Remarks on Acceptance of InterAction’s Julia Vadala Taft Outstanding Leadership Award
by Sean Carroll
Jul 2, 2024
I am humbled. To be given an award named after and honoring Julia Vadala Taft, a towering lighthouse of humanity and leadership, is a huge honor. As it is to follow in the steps of several in this room who received it before me. And also to know that I am fortunate to be among…
Read MoreYou can bring joy to children in Gaza this Eid
by Sami Matar
Jun 14, 2024
Eid al-Adha commemorates the spirit of sacrifice, something we have become all too familiar with here in Gaza. The holiday is supposed to be a time of celebration and community for people to enjoy feasts, decorative lights, sweets, and laughter. This year eid will look very different in Gaza. After eight months of war, nearly…
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