URDA NEWS

URDA Launches “Tomorrow is Ours”: A New Campaign to Restore Hope and Educate Lebanon’s Children Amid the Current Crises
The Union of Relief and Development Associations (URDA) has launched the “Tomorrow is Ours” campaign to support the most vulnerable students in Lebanon amid the ongoing economic and social crises. The campaign aims to provide resources and support to ensure all children receive a quality education. As Lebanese families face

Lebanon’s Displaced Children Can’t Afford More Disruption to Their Education!
According to a statement prepared by NGOs including URDA, the conflict in southern Lebanon has exacerbated the crises already disrupting education for the country’s most marginalized children and youth. Over 34,000 children have been forced to flee their homes, schools, and communities in search of safety. With 72 schools

URDA Raises Alert Level and Sounds the Alarm!
On Tuesday, July 2, 2024, the Union of Relief and Development Associations in Lebanon (URDA) held an emergency meeting via Microsoft Teams. The meeting included the participation of many partner institutions, as well as the presence of general management members and program directors. The meeting began with a speech by

Over 100,000 beneficiaries of Qurbani projects for the year 2024 / 1445 AH.
Achievements of the “Granting More” Campaign by the Number The Union of Relief and Development Associations in Lebanon URDA has concluded its Eid al-Adha campaign for the year 2024 / 1445 AH, under the theme “Granting More.” This campaign targeted the most vulnerable families of various nationalities, including Lebanese, Syrian,

URDA’s Collaboration with TFL on the Aman School Project
As part of the Leadership for Learning through Displacement project implemented by Teach for Lebanon, TFL alumni in collaboration with URDA organization conducted a workshop at Aman school project. The workshop tackled problem-solving strategies using the SHIFT acronym which included discussions on teacher well-being, self-care strategies, and their importance.

Goodbye!
With hearts full of faith in God’s will and decree, we received today the news of the passing of Dr. Abdel Hafiz Itani, the former Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Union of Relief and Development Associations, after a battle with illness. His departure marks a great loss