Updates on our work
The latest updates from our work with children in Jordan and Lebanon, and the work and achievements of our volunteers, fundraisers and generous donors here in the UK.
Celebrating Universal Children’s Day: How UKC4C transforms futures in Lebanon
Universal Children’s Day, observed annually on 20 November, is a global initiative that promotes children’s rights and enhances their welfare worldwide. This day commemorates the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption…
Lebanon’s humanitarian crisis amid ongoing conflict
Lebanon is enduring a profound humanitarian crisis due to escalating conflicts, particularly in its southern regions. The hostilities have led to significant civilian casualties, widespread displacement, and extensive infrastructure damage,…
Lebanon faces crisis, communities respond with compassion
Lebanon is enduring an unprecedented humanitarian crisis as escalating violence devastates the nation. The United Nations reports that nearly 600 people have lost their lives since late September (correct as…
A Story of Resilience: Mahmoud Ahmad Al-Said and 76 years of being a refugee in Lebanon
In 1948, during the Nakba—a period of profound displacement for Palestinians—thousands of families were uprooted from their homes. Among them was Mahmoud Ahmad Al-Said, who was only seven years old…
Rising challenges for Syrian refugees in Lebanon
The Syrian civil war, which has spanned over a decade, has forced millions of people to seek refuge in neighbouring countries. Lebanon, a small nation with its own economic challenges,…
Helping refugee children in Lebanon: How UK Care for Children is making a difference
Lebanon, a small nation on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean, is currently grappling with a severe crisis, as it hosts more than 250,000 Palestinian refugees and over 1.5 million…
Charity in the last 10 days of Ramadan
The last ten days of Ramadan hold immense significance for Muslims around the world. This period is a time for intensified reflection, prayer, and seeking forgiveness. It is believed that…
Building Futures: Supporting refugee children’s education
Across Lebanon and Jordan, poorly funded schools and chronic poverty continue to hinder aspirations and academic achievement, particularly for those who live within refugee camps. Amidst the backdrop of conflict…
How to calculate Zakat and maximise its impact with UKC4C
Zakat, a fundamental pillar of Islam, is not just a form of charity but a duty for Muslims worldwide. It’s a means to purify one’s wealth, support those in need,…