Scottish Government grant helps the people of Lebanon

In the past decade, the people of Lebanon have faced economic collapse, political instability, and a deteriorating healthcare system. The pandemic, tragic Beirut Port explosion, and most recently, conflict linked to the war in Israel and Occupied Palestinian Territories, have made matters worse - increasing hostilities, deepening poverty, rising internal displacement, and making many basic services inaccessible. 

Mark Adams, SCIAF's Programme Manager, said:

"The two Scottish Government Humanitarian Emergency Fund contributions totalling £55,000 have assisted Caritas Lebanon on the front lines of the response, providing essential services through its Primary Healthcare Centres and Mobile Medical Units."

SCIAF has used this money to provide medical consultations, diagnostic tests, and food parcels to people through our partners at Caritas Lebanon.

Caritas Lebanon take a holistic approach when helping people. Through medical assistance, food parcels, and other complimentary services, SCIAF's partners have made positive impacts on communities' lives.

A single mother in Akkar, Lebanon, received food parcels thanks to this funding. She said: 

“I have three children and no income. The food parcels allowed us to eat without skipping meals. It wasn’t just food—it gave us dignity and hope.” 

Ghalyeh, another woman helped by these projects, was shot in the leg during an armed robbery at the factory where she works. This incident totally changed her life. She tragically had to get her leg amputated. This extreme physical and psychological trauma deeply affected her overall health, mobility, and self-esteem.

The help she received thanks to Caritas Lebanon was transformational. She said:

"I am deeply grateful to Caritas for their unwavering support. Not only did they help me with my physical health, but they also gave me the psychological support I needed to heal. I truly feel that their care has made a significant difference in my life, and I now have hope for a brighter future."