Interweaving Journeys: Embracing Identity and Empowering Communities with Anera
Sep 5, 2023
Today I want to take you on a journey with me, a journey that led me to rediscover my roots and connect with a remarkable organization: Anera. This story is about family, homeland, and the power of community. It all began with a conversation, as many meaningful journeys do. Zeina Azzam, a dear friend and…
Read MoreNew Wheelchairs A Making A Difference in Gaza
Aug 28, 2023
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.
Read MoreSupporting Small Farms and Farmers in North Lebanon
Aug 22, 2023
In Akkar, Lebanon, Anera is supporting 20 male and female farmers in establishing agricultural greenhouses.
Read MoreTraining A New Generation of Car Mechanics in Lebanon
Aug 22, 2023
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.
Read MoreEmergency 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 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…
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