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Rooftop Gardens Are Making A Big Difference for Families in Jordan

by Anera

Sep 29, 2023

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Hitteen camp and Al Hashmi Al Shamali are two communities northeast of Amman, Jordan that face chronic challenges related to food security. Anera is working with families in each community to provide a sustainable source of food amid high prices and food scarcity.

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Happy Olive Oil Day!

by Anera

Sep 29, 2023

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Happy Olive Oil Day! Olive oil production and olive trees are such a special part of Palestinian heritage. Our team member Sulieman explains more.

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Za’atar 101 with Chef Fadi Kattan

by Anera

Sep 23, 2023

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In celebration of Za’atar Day on Sept. 23, we asked our friend Chef Fadi Kattan to tell us about the many different ways za’atar can be enjoyed. A staple in Palestinian kitchens, Chef tells us some of the ways he incorporates za’atar in his dishes. Happy Za’atar Day! Curious to know how we celebrate Palestinian…

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Rehabilitating Homes and Providing Relief from Flooding to Families in Gaza

by Anera

Sep 19, 2023

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With funding from Helping Hand for Relief and Development, Anera has rehabilitated 12 homes to make them more resilient against flooding and more habitable in a variety of ways.

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Anera President Visits Akkar, Lebanon

by Anera

Sep 15, 2023

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This week, Sean Carroll, Anera’s president and chief executive officer, visited sites across Lebanon where Anera works. Here he reports from two locations in Akkar, in the northern part of the country. From the Ritaj El Hayat Medical Center In the early 2020s, Anera launched a multi-year program to deliver medicines for patients suffering from…

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Meet Rawan, A Personal Trainer Breaking Down Stereotypes in Lebanon

by Anera

Sep 12, 2023

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Rawan hopes to fulfill her many dreams with the knowledge and training she received in Anera’s personal trainer course.

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Rehabilitating Homes for 100 Vulnerable Families in Gaza

by Anera

Sep 5, 2023

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With funding from the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Anera is renovating substandard shelters, whether fully or partially, to to aid 100 vulnerable families in Gaza. Our goal is to address their basic shelter needs and enhance the living conditions of those in need. Anera is actively rehabilitating family homes in…

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New Wheelchairs A Making A Difference in Gaza

by Anera

Aug 28, 2023

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For Adham who’s struggled with a worn-out wheelchair for two years, the arrival of a new wheelchair brings him immense relief. These wheelchairs are opening a world of possibilities to individuals and families in Gaza.

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Supporting Small Farms and Farmers in North Lebanon

by Anera

Aug 22, 2023

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In Akkar, Lebanon, Anera is supporting 20 male and female farmers in establishing agricultural greenhouses.

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Training A New Generation of Car Mechanics in Lebanon

by Anera

Aug 22, 2023

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Auto repair and car mechanics is a growing industry in Lebanon amid the economic crisis. Anera, with the support of UNICEF, is providing auto mechanic training to young people as a career path. Students are trained at CIS, a local partner that specializes in vocational education.

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