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Winterization Efforts for Displaced Families in Gaza

by Anera

Dec 16, 2024

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Learn how Anera is supporting displaced Palestinian families in Gaza as they navigate the challenges of winter.

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Gaza and West Bank Response Log

by Anera

Dec 16, 2024

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In this log, Anera provides updates on unfolding war in Palestine and our response. Please stay tuned here for the latest information. To subscribe for weekly updates via SMS on our response in Gaza, text GAZA to 1-866-549-0055. Questions? See our FAQ page December 16, 2024 Today, two critical shipments arrived at our distribution center…

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Anera’s Winterization Efforts Bring Warmth to Lebanon’s Displaced

by Anera

Dec 13, 2024

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Anera’s winterization efforts in Lebanon are providing warmth and hope to displaced families through clothing kits, sleeping bags and community support.

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Lebanon Situation Report | December 2024

by Anera

Dec 13, 2024

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>>> Read the Situation Report A ceasefire agreement, ostensibly ending the war with Israel, took effect on November 27. The two month war brought the deadliest violence Lebanon has faced in decades. The war and the prolonged period of heightened conflict bookending it have also wrought tremendous damage on Lebanon’s economy. Violence, Shelter, Displacement In…

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Palestinian Teachers’ Day

by Anera

Dec 13, 2024

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Palestine observes Teachers’ Day every year on December 14 to honor the crucial role of teachers in Palestinian society. Palestinian Teachers’ Day 2024 This year we speak with Lama, a teacher in one of Anera’s temporary learning spaces providing education in the midst of the war in Gaza. Many teachers in Gaza, displaced themselves, are…

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Joint Statement: International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime

by Anera

Dec 9, 2024

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>>> Read the statement as a pdf Today, as the world marks the adoption of the Genocide Convention in 1948, we are reminded of its solemn promise: never again. This landmark treaty arose from humanity’s collective horror at atrocities committed such as the Holocaust—reminders of the depths to which we can fall when the world…

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Thanks to You, We Surpassed Our GivingTuesday Goal!

by Anera

Dec 4, 2024

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We are happy to share that the Anera community came together in an extraordinary way this GivingTuesday, raising an incredible $324,044!

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Lebanon Response Log

by Anera

Nov 27, 2024

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In this log, Anera provides regular updates on unfolding hostilities in Lebanon and our response efforts. Our community makes our emergency response possible. Please consider donating today. Our team is working around the clock to expand this assistance, but we need your help. November 27, 2024 We welcome the news of a ceasefire in Lebanon and are…

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Delivering Aid to Gaza: Facing the Worst Challenges Yet

by Anera

Nov 25, 2024

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Just as harsh winter weather is setting in, the situation for humanitarian aid going into Gaza has reached its worst point since October 2023. Israel has severely restricted the entry of commercial goods, and aid convoys are barely trickling in. The whole of Gaza is affected and in the north, where some areas have been…

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Support Families Enduring Unimaginable Hardships This GivingTuesday

by Anera

Nov 20, 2024

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You can show your support for families affected by unimaginable hardships and violence in Palestine and Lebanon by donating to Anera this GivingTuesday, December 3. All donations will be DOUBLED to have 2X the impact on refugees and vulnerable communities in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon and Jordan. Your support during GivingTuesday gives us the…

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