MECC Continues Its “Light of Hope” Campaign
In-Kind Assistance Contributes to Supporting Displaced People in Lebanon
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Amidst the escalating daily challenges in Lebanon resulting from the repercussions of the war that has cast its shadow over the country, the human cause remains a priority above all other issues. Therefore, it has become essential to continue supporting and accompanying the neediest people in order to sow hope in their hearts, especially since the will to live remains the strongest.
In this context, the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) continues its “Light of Hope” campaign, which it launched with the aim of supporting the affected people by the war and helping them overcome the hardships surrounding them with great hope.
As part of the latest developments in the MECC work, the MECC Diakonia and Social Service Department – Lebanon’s Office distributed multi-purpose cash assistance to 820 families, averaging 3 individuals per family, reaching a total of 2,460 individuals. This activity was directly carried out with the Lebanese Ministry of Social Affairs – per their policy and procedure to include lists of internally displaced people (IDPs) families.
On the other hand, 2815 winter blankets were distributed to several collective shelters across Lebanon, in addition to 2300 packs of drinking water. The assistance also included the distribution of 275 cleaning kits.
Moreover, MECC continues to support collective shelters in Mount Lebanon, Beirut, and hard to reach areas in South Lebanon by providing diesel to ensure the continuity of essential services, including water pumping, electricity and vital necessities.
It is worth noting that the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) follows up weekly on the conditions of displaced people in collective shelters in order to provide urgent needs and alleviate the suffering of the most vulnerable people.
