Over half a million people in Lebanon have been displaced after recent attacks . Over 600 people have been killed and thousands injured. Families have been left with no access to basic necessities like food, clean water and shelter. The need is overwhelming as our team works tirelessly to provide relief to these families. Your support will make this possible 80% of Lebanon now lives in poverty
Lebanon is once again reeling from a catastrophe and our field office has already deployed first responders to assist the authorities.
Political inaction and the devaluation of the Lira, Lebanon's official currency, have contributed to a growing wave of anger, frustration and desperation. The crisis, combined with the coronavirus lockdown, has put at least half of the Lebanese population under the poverty line. Earlier this year, the World Bank projected that at least 50% of the country would become poor -- up from nearly 30% last October.
Lebanon declared a state of emergency in an attempt to control the spread of the coronavirus (Covid-19). A national lockdown was implemented, making refugee and marginalised families even more vulnerable.
Nearly every day, the snowball effect of Lebanon's economic meltdown brings new developments. Prices have surged -- the situation is verging on hyper-inflation -- and fuel shortages have plunged the country into darkness, with power outages lasting almost 24 hours. Several individuals took their own lives, with local media reports suggesting that the suicides were linked to economic hardship caused by the crisis.
Q: What is the Lebanon Crisis Appeal by AusRelief?
A: The Lebanon Crisis Appeal by AusRelief is an emergency appeal aimed to provide emergency support to communities in Lebanon that have been devastated by the country's economic and financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, the influx of Syrian refugees, and the Beirut blast.
Q: How can I donate to the Lebanon Crisis Appeal?
A: You can donate today to the Lebanon Crisis Appeal by visiting AusRelief's website and clicking the "Donate Now" button. You can choose to make a one-time or monthly donation, and you can select to donate to specific programs such as hygiene kits, primary health care, or emergency preparedness and response.
Q: What is the purpose of the Lebanon Crisis Appeal?
A: The purpose of the Lebanon Crisis Appeal is to provide emergency support to communities in Lebanon that are in dire need of support due to multiple crises affecting the country's population.
Q: What are the crises impacting Lebanon's population?
A: Lebanon is currently facing an economic and financial crisis, a pandemic, an influx of Syrian refugees, and the aftermath of the Beirut blast. These multiple crises have exacerbated the country's already fragile state and are putting more than half of the population in need of support.
Q: What impact has the economic crisis had on Lebanon?
A: The economic crisis has caused the country's currency to plummet, leading to skyrocketing inflation and unemployment rates. As a result of the compound crises, many Lebanese citizens have lost their jobs and become homeless.
Q: What is AusRelief doing to help Lebanon?
A: AusRelief provides emergency support to communities in Lebanon through various programs, such as hygiene kits and primary health care. Through the Lebanon Crisis Appeal, AusRelief aims to continue supporting the country in its time of need.
Q: How will my donation to the Lebanon Crisis Appeal be used?
A: Your donation to the Lebanon Crisis Appeal will be used to provide emergency support to communities in Lebanon that are in need of assistance. Your donation could go towards programs such as hygiene kits, primary health care, or emergency preparedness and response.
Q: What is the penny appeal for the Lebanon Crisis Appeal?
A: The penny appeal for the Lebanon Crisis Appeal is a campaign aimed to encourage people to donate small amounts that can make a big difference in supporting communities in Lebanon that are in need of emergency support.
Q: What types of services are being provided to communities in Lebanon through the Lebanon Crisis Appeal?
A: Through the Lebanon Crisis Appeal, AusRelief is providing services such as hygiene kits, primary health care, and emergency preparedness and response. The goal is to support communities in Lebanon that are in need of assistance during these trying times.
Q: What is the timeframe for the Lebanon Crisis Appeal?
A: The Lebanon Crisis Appeal will continue to support communities in Lebanon throughout 2022 and as needed beyond that. The country team will continue to assess the situation on the ground and provide assistance as necessary.
