A Dream to Help People with Down Syndrome in Lebanon
Nov 11, 2022
Wafa Basha, a volunteer with Anera’s peace through sports program, talks about her dream of starting an organization to help children with Down syndrome in Lebanon. Her goal is not only to develop their skills, but also to assist them in entering the job market. Wafa is an example of the kinds of inspiring young…
Read MoreUniversity Student from Lebanon is Determined to Support Her Country
Nov 8, 2022
As a social ambassador for Anera, Nana is determined to raise awareness about the challenges in her home country of Lebanon.
Read MoreRelieving Pain in Cancer Patients
Nov 8, 2022
My name is Rana Yamout, pain and palliative care specialist at Naif Cancer Center at AUBMC in Lebanon. As a pain and palliative care physician, we struggle on a daily basis to treat patients with cancer. As you may know, 80% of our cancer population suffer from pain. And, unfortunately, due to the current circumstances…
Read MoreRebuilding Homes After the Beirut Blast in Lebanon
Nov 2, 2022
The explosion at the Port of Beirut damaged over 62,000 buildings. We are able to rebuild homes and buildings that were damaged.
Read MoreProviding Tools and Training for Youth in Lebanon – Anera & UNICEF
Oct 20, 2022
UNICEF and Anera’s collective efforts over the years have pushed back against the harsh realities in Lebanon for youth with job and life skills training.
Read MoreA Visit to Deir Al Balah, Gaza
Oct 17, 2022
I just finished a visit to some of our projects in Deir Al Balah, Gaza. Anera is doing a lot there and I’d like to share here some self videos from three sites I visited. The Mise Al Reem Preschool in Deir Al Balah With funding from Dubai Cares, the Alumbra Innovation Fund and the…
Read MoreMeat Distribution in Palestine and Lebanon
Oct 17, 2022
Many families throughout Palestine and Lebanon suffer from food insecurity. Grocery items, such as meat, are often considered a luxury. With Islamic Relief USA, we can provide families with nutrients and fight hunger.
Read MoreExpanding Educational Opportunities in Gaza
Oct 11, 2022
Adapted remarks delivered by Sean Carroll at the ceremony marking the completion of the expansion of the Rosary Sisters School in Gaza. It is a great pleasure for me to be back in Gaza today for this wonderful occasion. To celebrate the completion of the new floor at the Rosary Sisters School. Hearing just now…
Read MoreCombatting Donor Fatigue With Solutions That Bring Hope
Oct 10, 2022
Seemingly never-ending downward spirals make some people lose hope and provoke talk of donor fatigue. But Anera’s work combats donor fatigue.
Read MoreProviding Job Opportunities and Personal Growth for Youth in Lebanon
Oct 6, 2022
UNICEF and Anera’s collective efforts over the years in Lebanon have pushed back against the harsh realities by working to provide a sense of structure and normalcy under very unusual situations. We’ve been able to deliver programs that open doors and protect the rights of tens of thousands of children and adolescents.
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