JRS Lebanon Featured on PBS NewsHour

Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) was recently featured on PBS NewsHour for its emergency response in Beirut, Lebanon, where teams have reopened a church as a shelter for displaced families amid escalating violence and widespread displacement.

Responding to Crisis in Lebanon

As violence intensifies across Lebanon, thousands of people have been forced to flee their homes with little warning. In response, JRS has once again opened the doors of a church in Beirut, transforming it into a safe space for families seeking shelter, stability, and care.

This work reflects JRS’s long-standing commitment to remain present in times of crisis. Beyond immediate shelter, JRS teams are providing essential services including mental health support, basic needs assistance, and accompaniment for those navigating profound uncertainty.

Learn more about the broader crisis and how JRS is responding across the region here: Crisis in the Middle East

Stories from Lebanon

JRS continues to serve displaced communities throughout Lebanon, adapting programs to meet urgent and evolving needs. Read more about how JRS is supporting families on the ground:

• Inside JRS’s church shelter in Beirut
  
• Thousands Displaced in Lebanon as Violence Escalates | JRS Response