Lebanon, known for its fragmented state structures and reliance on personal connections for basic needs, faces a worsening economic crisis. With ongoing Israeli attacks displacing thousands and devastating the country further, the strain on national resources is evident. Civil society groups, volunteers, and even individuals are stepping in where the state falls short, such as a Palestinian man building a medical center in anticipation of the escalating conflict.
In Burj Al Barajne, a refugee camp founded during the Nakba, Mohammad Al Habet prepares for the worst, responding to the signs of war with swift action. Other initiatives, like Nation Station’s community kitchen in Beirut, show how grassroots efforts are meeting the urgent needs of displaced populations in the absence of effective government response.
Volunteers for all crises
Despite the chaos, individuals like Mahya el Jawhary and groups like the Progressive Socialist Party in Aley are mobilizing to provide shelter, food, and basic necessities to those affected. These decentralized efforts highlight the resilience and resourcefulness of the Lebanese people in the face of ongoing crises.
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