Emergency Food for Families in Bekaa, Lebanon
Aug 22, 2023
Food security continues to be a huge challenge for many across Lebanon. With rising costs and food scarcity due to the country-wide economic crisis, immediate food relief is unfortunately sometimes needed. Anera and World Food Program recently distributed food parcels to families in Lebanon’s Bekaa region.
Read MoreWorld Humanitarian Day 2023
Aug 19, 2023
August 19 commemorates the annual World Humanitarian Day, a global observance of the violence, challenges, changes and hazards millions of civilians and volunteers in conflict-affected countries face every day with bravery, resilience, selflessness and sacrifice. Unfortunately, in many cities and countries around the world, refugees and civilians fight for their lives, struggle to find shelter,…
Read MoreSuffocating in the Heat
by Karl Osta
Aug 16, 2023
Climate Change’s Deadly Impact on Vulnerable Communities in the Middle East The Middle East, a region already burdened with conflict, displacement, and political turmoil, now faces an additional existential threat: climate change. The impacts of rising temperatures, droughts, and extreme weather events in the region are exacerbating the vulnerability of communities and compounding existing social…
Read MoreBuilding Healthy Communities
Aug 3, 2023
Anera is dedicated to building healthy communities in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan. Thanks to worldwide donations and supporters, we can rebuild and improve conditions in healthcare facilities that need assistance. From delivering necessary supplies to training professionals, Anera helps communities develop better healthcare. Learn more about our projects in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan. Increasing Equipment…
Read MoreCrisis in Ein El Hilweh: Urgent Humanitarian Response Needed
by Dima Zayat
Aug 1, 2023
Ein El Hilweh, the largest Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, is currently facing a dire situation as hundreds of families are displaced from their homes following clashes among armed groups in the camp. As the violence escalates, thousands of people have been displaced, and the situation demands immediate humanitarian assistance. In this blog post, we…
Read MoreRebuilding Jenin: An Update
Jul 19, 2023
Yesterday, on July 18, I visited and spent the day in Jenin refugee camp. Entering the camp was like stepping into a colorless world. It’s as if someone took a giant paintbrush and painted everything gray. A member of the popular committee told me “it feels like we were hit by an earthquake.” For the…
Read More4 Ways the Gaza Electricity Crisis Makes Life Unlivable
Jul 18, 2023
Gaza has long suffered from a severe electricity shortage, but this summer it has reached a breaking point. Just today, temperatures reached 38 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), eight degrees higher than the average for this time of year. Worse, Gaza residents currently get only six to eight hours of power per day, if they get…
Read MoreImpressions from Visiting Anera’s Projects in Jerash, Jordan
Jul 17, 2023
Dr. Omar Zalatimo is a member of Anera’s board. He and his wife Haneen live in Maryland. During the summer of 2023 they visited Jordan and spent a day with Anera staff there. This is his account of their visit. Haneen and I had the wonderful opportunity to visit some of Anera’s active programs on…
Read MoreWorld Youth Skills Day 2023
Jul 11, 2023
July 15 is World Youth Skills Day, a day observed by the United Nations to celebrate the creativity and resilience of youth, and to recognize the importance of giving young people training and skills for employment and entrepreneurship. Building A Better Lebanon with Our Hands Anera’s collective efforts over the years have pushed back against…
Read MoreBuilding A Better Lebanon with Our Hands – World Youth Skills Day 2023
Jul 10, 2023
Anera’s collective efforts over the years have pushed back against the harsh realities in Lebanon by working to provide a sense of structure and normalcy for youth. We have brought many thousands of young people back into classrooms and have trained them in employable skills. Ultimately, improving their lives, enriching their communities and building a better future for coming generations.
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