SYRIAN REFUGEE CRISIS
Standing With Families Living Through Long-Term Displacement
Years after families first fled war, displacement continues to shape everyday life. OWR supports Syrian refugees where we can work safely and lawfully, particularly in Lebanon.
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The War Changed. The Damage Did Not Disappear.
The fall of Syria’s former government changed the course of the conflict, but it did not suddenly rebuild homes, livelihoods or essential infrastructure. The country remains deeply damaged and security remains fragile.
Different armed and political actors continue to compete for influence in parts of Syria, while further military operations and bombardment have added to uncertainty. For displaced families, the question of returning is therefore far more complicated than simply crossing a border.
Years of Displacement
Syrian families in Lebanon continue to face poverty, insecure work, difficult housing, healthcare costs and pressure on children’s education. Some live in towns and cities; others remain in informal tented settlements, including in the Beqaa and around Arsal.
A crisis can disappear from headlines long before it disappears from family life.
Years of Working Alongside Syrian Communities
OWR’s connection with Syrian refugee communities goes back years. Our founders and volunteers have lived and worked alongside displaced Syrian families, particularly in Lebanon.
Some of those helping today also understand displacement from personal experience. That local knowledge helps us communicate directly, understand circumstances and respond practically rather than from a distance.
Our Work With Syrian Families
Food & Essentials
Food and necessities for families under severe financial pressure.
Winter Support
Seasonal help during Lebanon's difficult winters.
Healthcare
Support with assessed medicines and treatment.
Children & Education
Practical help supporting continued learning.
Household Needs
Clothing and essentials for families with limited resources.
Emergency Assistance
Flexible help during an urgent household crisis.
What Your Support Can Provide
Explore the six core areas through which OWR provides practical support, recovery and longer-term resilience.
Where OWR Works
OWR does not currently operate or deliver aid inside Syria. Our Syrian Refugee Crisis work supports displaced Syrian families in places where we can operate safely and lawfully, particularly Lebanon, where our volunteers have longstanding relationships with refugee communities.
We are careful to distinguish the wider situation inside Syria from the locations where OWR itself is actively delivering support.
Other Appeals
Explore other country and emergency appeals where OWR is responding to conflict, displacement, poverty and recovery needs.
Palestine Appeal
Humanitarian support for Palestinian families across Gaza and the West Bank.
Gaza Refugees in Egypt
Support for Palestinian families displaced from Gaza and rebuilding daily life in Egypt.
Pakistan & Kashmir
Practical humanitarian and development support for families and communities in Pakistan and Kashmir.
Syrian Refugee Crisis
Support for Syrian refugee families affected by displacement and continuing hardship.
Egypt Support
Practical assistance for Egyptian families, vulnerable residents and students in need.
Comoros Support
Education and community support helping children and families in the Comoros Islands.
Our Work With Refugee Communities in Lebanon
Our response combines different OWR programmes. These examples show the range of work delivered or supported in Lebanon over time.
Food & Essentials
Recent distributions have reached hundreds of households, with strong involvement from local volunteers, neighbours and community contacts.
Winter Support
Solar and battery installations help community facilities access more stable electricity and reduce reliance on costly generator power.
Healthcare & Household Needs
Support has reached long-established Palestinian communities such as Shatila and other camps according to identified need.
Refugee Communities in Lebanon
OWR has supported Syrian families in camp and tent settings, including communities in the Beqaa.
Children & Education
Energy, equipment and practical improvements can help local centres continue serving education, gatherings and wider community needs.
Related Lebanon Programmes
See the Work as It Happens
Follow current OWR projects, distributions and community work through real posts and reels from the field. We will curate Lebanon-specific reels here when our social-feed setup supports it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stand With a Displaced Family
Help provide food, healthcare, education and practical support to Syrian refugee families facing long-term hardship.
