NPR: After Beirut Blast, Lebanese Volunteers Deliver Relief The State Fails to Provide

Beirut volunteers operate out of Nation Station, a gas station turned into a hub for disaster relief operations (Photo Credits: Nada Homsi, NPR).

Following the Beirut explosion on August 04, 2020, Lebanon continues to deal with the aftermath of the destruction. Acknowledging that they cannot rely on their corrupt government, a group of volunteers from the community have taken the initiative to assist each other during these difficult times by providing Wi-Fi, food, medications, therapy, and repairs for those in need. To read more about their efforts, access Nada Homsi’s article here.

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