Jesuit Refugee Service MENA

26/05/2026

11/05/2026

At FVDL (JRS Lebanon), in collaboration with Contaminando Sonrisas, a powerful story came to life on stage.

A clown, seen as a refugee, arrives searching for acceptance in a new community. Through moments of emotion, humor, and connection, the story shows something deeply human: when people are welcomed and accepted, they are able to give back what they carry within them, joy, happiness, and hope.

A simple message that speaks beyond the stage: belonging has the power to transform both individuals and communities. 🎭✨

27/04/2026

20/04/2026

On the memorial of the passing of Fr. Frans van der Lucht, SJ, April 2014, we honor his memory with living testimonies.

Fr. Frans has departed, but he has not left those he accompanied.
In this video, we open the memory of our hearts to the experiences of some who lived with him.

It is not merely a remembrance, but a testimony that love does not die, and that the mission continues whenever we stand beside those who have lost hope.

Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuiUOAv-BNo

17/04/2026

Following the recent escalations in Lebanon, families have been forced to flee their homes under emergency conditions.

JRS Lebanon responded immediately by opening an emergency shelter at St. Joseph Church, hosting around 200 displaced migrant individuals and providing essential support.

In parallel, distributions have scaled up across Beirut–Mount Lebanon and the Bekaa, reaching 19 shelters and supporting over 571 families (2,225 individuals), in close coordination with the Ministry of Social Affairs, WFP, and shelter focal points.

مع استمرار تداعيات التصعيد في لبنان، لا تزال آلاف العائلات تواجه واقع النزوح وفقدان الأمان والإستقرار.

استجابت الهيئة اليسوعية لخدمة الإنسان في لبنان سريعًا من خلال تأمين مركز إيواء طارئ في كنيسة القديس يوسف في بيروت، حيث وجد نحو 200 شخص من المهاجرين النازحين مكانًا آمنًا ودعمًا أساسيًا.

وفي الوقت نفسه، تتواصل عمليات التوزيع في بيروت وجبل لبنان والبقاع، حيث تم الوصول إلى 19 مركز إيواء ودعم مئات العائلات، بالتنسيق مع وزارة الشؤون الاجتماعية، وبرنامج الغذاء العالمي، والمسؤولين داخل مراكز الإيواء.

17/04/2026

After fleeing airstrikes in South Lebanon in the middle of the night, Zahraa arrived in Beirut with her children seeking safety.
At the Jesuit Church of St. Joseph, JRS continues to support displaced families with shelter and care.

بعد فرارها مع أطفالها من الغارات الجوية في جنوب لبنان في منتصف الليل، وصلت زهراء إلى بيروت بحثًا عن الأمان.

في كنيسة القديس يوسف، تواصل الهيئة اليسوعية لخدمة اللإنسان دعم العائلات النازحة من خلال توفير المأوى والرعاية.

17/04/2026

After fleeing airstrikes, Rudayna now faces fear, displacement, and uncertainty, while trying to protect her children and prepare for childbirth without support.

17/04/2026

In less than two weeks, the escalation of violence in Lebanon has forced more and more families to flee their homes. Needs are rising rapidly, particularly among the most vulnerable.

JRS is working to remain close to the people, adapting programmes to ensure continuous support for the vulnerable communities we serve.

Read our latest updates and help us if you can: https://ow.ly/mW9y50YvLrm

17/04/2026

As the situation in Lebanon continues to escalate, JRS pleads for the protection of civilians and calls for urgent action to build lasting peace.

Humanity must prevail over destruction.

Read the full statement: https://ow.ly/pHSJ50YKsvH

30/03/2026