Lebanon Activity Log | October 2026

Anera Leadership Meets Program Participants in North Lebanon and Akkar

Anera’s acting CEO, Alicia Phillips Mandaville, and Lebanon and Jordan Country Director, Samar El Yassir, visited program participants across North Lebanon and Akkar, together with program staff. Participants shared their experiences, ambitions and challenges, from inclusive workplace training and fashion design to kitchen skills and a growing sewing business. Their stories showed how opportunities help build confidence and generate income.

Solar Energy in Akkar

Anera’s solar energy project in the Khreibet El Jundi Municipality in Akkar is in its final stage. The solar system will use 154 solar panels and will serve up to 435 subscribers, reducing daytime generator operating hours, extending electricity supply at night, and lowering fuel consumption and generator operating costs, contributing to a more sustainable and cost-effective energy supply for the local community.

Hygiene and Family Kit Distribution Begins in South Lebanon

Today, with support from the Lebanon Humanitarian Fund, Anera began distributing kits to families in South Lebanon. The day’s distribution included hygiene kits, menstrual hygiene kits, baby kits and laundry kits.

Solar Energy Project Begins in Deir El Ghazal

Construction has begun on a solar energy project in Deir El Ghazal, funded through Anera’s Social Impact Fund. The 100 kWp hybrid solar system will use 154 solar panels and 36 batteries with 180 kWh of storage. It is expected to serve about 210 subscribers, reduce daytime reliance on generators, and add three hours of electricity at night.

Today, we delivered 1,090 breastfeeding covers to UNICEF partners and the Ministry of Public Health in Beirut.

Made by 30 youth during the emergency response, these covers will be distributed to families affected by the recent war, helping mothers breastfeed with comfort, dignity, and privacy

We’re delighted to celebrate the first harvests from our rooftop gardens and greenhouses across the Bekaa region!

This is just the beginning, with more harvests expected in the coming period. With optimism and enthusiasm, we look forward to a fruitful and successful season ahead — one that continues to nurture growth, and strengthen resilience..

Workplace Protection Training for Chtaura Hospital Staff

On Thursday, Anera held an awareness session on protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) for about 60 to 70 staff members and health professionals at Chtaura Hospital in the Bekaa. Participants came from nursing, laboratory, radiology, kitchen, maintenance, security and human resources.

The session covered preventing verbal and non-verbal abuse, addressing sexual harassment, recognizing early warning signs of workplace violence, de-escalation techniques, and how to report concerns. Through discussion and questions, participants explored ways to build a safe, respectful workplace for everyone.

New School Uniforms for Students in Arsal and Al Marj

Anera distributed 2,101 school uniforms to students in Grades 1 to 6 at 7 public schools in Arsal and Al Marj, helping children start the new school year with confidence, dignity and joy.

Every uniform was sewn by youth in Anera’s Sewing Course in Arsal, who turned the skills they’ve been building into something their whole community will see in its classrooms.

Here’s to a bright new school year!

Apprentices with Disabilities Begin On-the-Job Training

A new step has begun in Anera’s project supporting people with disabilities. After 10 days of classroom training, 98 apprentices with disabilities have started 40 days of on-the-job training with 40 business partners. Each workplace was visited beforehand and assessed for health, safety and accessibility.

The placements span hospitality, agriculture, sewing and other sectors, giving apprentices real workplace experience and a chance to strengthen their technical and professional skills. It’s an important step toward greater inclusion and lasting employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Graduation Day for Youth in North Lebanon

Congratulations to the youth in North Lebanon who have completed their vocational training under the Peacebuilding Fund project! They took their final graduation exams under the supervision of Mr. Rakan Al Saddik, Regional Director of Vocational and Technical Education in North Lebanon, along with school directors and trainers.

Next up are cash-for-work placements, where the graduates will put their new skills to work, gain hands-on experience, and take another step toward employment.