
STORIES
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THE DIFFERENCE WE’VE MADE
Thanks to your support, we’re helping people facing poverty, injustice and marginalisation transform their lives. Some of those people have been kind enough to share their stories.
Healthcare for those now unable to afford treatment in Lebanon
When Hagop developed breathing problems, he urgently needed to be admitted to hospital. But Lebanon’s economic crisis and the spiralling cost of medical treatment, meant he couldn’t afford it.
Providing Free Medical Care in Iraq
Masud was suffering from acute kidney failure but could not afford the urgent medical treatment he needed.
Trauma support for Gaza’s women
Mira could never have imagined how her life would change as a result of the support programme run by our partner, YMCA Gaza.
Lifesaving surgery in Syria
Without the support of Embrace partner The St Vincent de Paul Society, Abbas would not have been able to get the lung surgery he needed.
Trauma therapy for Syria’s children
Mariya was four years old when she was struck in the head by shrapnel. Five years on, she is still recovering from the trauma.
*The names of some of the individuals features have been changed to protect identities.