Lebanon Activity Log | August 2026

Today marked the start of Anera’s barista course, our latest vocational education class, implemented with the Lebanese American University and Café Najjar. Participants kicked off their journey with a career guidance session to strengthen their professional readiness and prepare them for future employment opportunities in the field.

As part of our ongoing support for displaced families in public shelters across Saida and Tyre, Anera is delivering essential summer clothing for children, dignity kits for families, and baby supplies.

Today in Harouf, Nabatieh District, Anera distributed 375 food parcels to families affected by the war. Working in coordination with authorities, this assistance provides essential support to people in need.

For the first time in the Bekaa, we’ve launched a cost-sharing initiative to support sustainable farming. We’re helping 20 farmers invest in greenhouses, and 18 others establish rooftop gardens — complete with technical training and essential tools.

Today in Saida, youth in the Nahno Volunteers project are putting their advanced life skills into practice. This youth-led initiative promotes social cohesion, bringing together young people from the north and south through dialogue, interaction, and a cultural tour of Saida’s old city and Sea Castle. This is our ninth youth-led initiative implemented in South Lebanon, following previous iterations across Mount Lebanon, North/Akkar, and Bekaa. From different backgrounds and communities, these youth are coming together to volunteer, lead initiatives, and build stronger, more connected communities.

Following an urgent referral from UNHCR, Anera responded to families in need of bedding supplies in Mayfadoun village, Nabatieh District. Working with Disaster Risk Management, the municipality and local authorities, Anera delivered 171 mattresses, 93 pillows and 81 blankets to support affected families.

Hassan is putting the skills from Anera’s Business Start-Up program into practice by growing his own dessert business in South Lebanon. His products are now available in four shops and restaurants and are generating sales. With demand growing, Hassan plans to expand to additional locations and introduce new products.

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August 12

Anera hosted a Business Start-Up information session for a new group of youth in the Bekaa, introducing the program and encouraging participants to pursue entrepreneurship. The session featured a successful private sector business owner alongside Nagham Hamiyeh, a returning Anera success story, who shared her experience with the program.

Youth from the Learning Support Teacher course implemented the “Basmeh w Athar” youth-led initiative in partnership with the Human and Future Association in the Bekaa.

The initiative brought together more than 45 people with disabilities. Participants received flowers and gifts as part of activities designed to create moments of joy, care and inclusion.

As part of the International Youth Day campaign, Nahno Volunteers highlighted the growing reach of Lebanon’s national volunteering platform.

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More than 200 associations and organizations are using the platform to engage over 29,000 volunteers, creating opportunities for young people to contribute to their communities. The campaign encourages additional organizations to join the platform and expand volunteering opportunities for youth across Lebanon.

Nine competency-based training classes kicked off in Tripoli, reaching 225 young people through the PBF Project.

In collaboration with the Directorate General of Vocational and Technical Education, Anera is providing hands-on support and sharing technical knowledge throughout implementation. The project is implemented in collaboration with UNICEF, IOM, UNDP and Tripoli Municipality to strengthen training opportunities and pathways for young people in Tripoli.

Baalbek Municipality hosted Anera for a meeting introducing current programs in the area, including workforce development, agriculture, the Social Impact Fund and Nahno Volunteers.

The meeting was attended by Baalbek Mayor Ahmed Tfaily, municipality members and representatives from several local NGOs. Participants discussed Anera’s work in the area and potential opportunities for future partnership.

With support from WFP, Anera continues to provide hot meals to internally displaced people in 36 collective shelters across Beirut, Mount Lebanon and Saida.

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Approximately 8,000 hot meals are being distributed every day as displacement-related needs continue despite the ceasefire.

Through a partnership between Anera and Health Partners International of Canada, a new shipment of essential pediatric oncology medicines is helping children at the Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon continue their treatment.

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The medicines support uninterrupted cancer care for children undergoing treatment and help ensure access to critical therapies and supportive medications.

Nahno Volunteers launched its International Youth Day campaign, “Together Through Volunteering | معًا نتطوّع,” highlighting the experiences of young volunteers and the impact of Lebanon’s national volunteering platform.

Running from August 5 through August 12, the campaign shares volunteer stories and highlights the platform’s achievements and contribution to youth engagement across Lebanon.

A UNICEF delegation visited Syrian track courses in the Bekaa to observe ongoing activities and review program progress.

The delegation included senior representatives and specialists working across education, child protection, youth development, WASH and health. Visitors were briefed on the courses, met with students and learned more about their progress and experiences.

Youth participating in Phase 8 of Anera’s Work-Based Learning program in South Lebanon are gaining practical experience in the culinary field. The training provides participants with hands-on opportunities to build skills and prepare for future employment.

Rehabilitation work began at Riyyak TVET School in the Bekaa as part of Anera’s support for vocational and technical education facilities.

The work includes roof and wall waterproofing for the school’s kitchen and laboratories, helping improve the learning and training environment for students.