Tag: Stories Behind the Headlines

  • Justice for Disabled Communities: HalTek’s Response to War

    Justice for Disabled Communities: HalTek’s Response to War

    This article features Amal Charif, founder of HalTek, discussing the war’s impact on Lebanon’s disabled community. It highlights the need for intersectional responses to support vulnerable groups, especially women with disabilities, and stresses the importance of their inclusion in post-war justice processes.

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  • Entangled in Crises: The Plight of Lebanon’s Migrant Domestic Workers

    Entangled in Crises: The Plight of Lebanon’s Migrant Domestic Workers

    This article highlights the exploitation of migrant domestic workers in Lebanon under the oppressive Kafala system. Successive crises, including the ongoing war, have worsened their plight. Grassroots organizations provide essential relief, but systemic reform is urgently needed to address their intersecting struggles with gender, race, and labor exploitation.

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  • Hope Amid the Rubble: AUB’s Neighborhood Initiative Aids Displaced Communities

    Hope Amid the Rubble: AUB’s Neighborhood Initiative Aids Displaced Communities

    Amid the ongoing crisis in Lebanon, AUB’s Neighborhood Initiative is offering crucial support to displaced individuals. Director Mona El Hallak details efforts to provide hygiene kits, meals, and medical assistance. The initiative emphasizes community involvement and sustainable practices, with the EcoHub serving as a key logistics center for relief operations.

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