QFFD supports Syrian refugees in Jordan and Lebanon with cash assistance

Doha: The Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has contributed $4 million to support over 72,000 vulnerable Syrian refugees in Lebanon and Jordan through...

Doha: The Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has contributed $4 million to support over 72,000 vulnerable Syrian refugees in Lebanon and Jordan through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) multi-purpose cash assistance program over four months.

From February to May 2024, this assistance enabled more than 58,700 Syrian refugees in Lebanon and about 14,000 refugees in Jordan to secure their most urgent needs, including food, rent, and healthcare.

Sultan bin Ahmed Al Aseeri, Acting Director General of the Qatar Fund for Development, emphasized the importance of continued support and cooperation with UNHCR, saying: "QFFD is committed to addressing the urgent needs of Syrian refugees and their host communities. Our partnership with UNHCR is a testament to our shared responsibility towards the international community." He added: "Through this contribution, we aim to extend a helping hand to those affected by the prolonged crisis and assist them in meeting their emergency needs."

Ahmed Mohsen, the UNHCR representative to the State of Qatar, stated: "This contribution came at a critical time, especially with the continued growth of humanitarian needs and the ongoing struggle of refugees to provide basic necessities for their families." He added: "We are grateful for the continuous support provided by the Qatar Fund for Development to refugees and its contribution to our programs, providing urgent assistance to those in dire need."

The multi-purpose cash assistance program has been a cornerstone of UNHCR's response to the Syrian refugee crisis, allowing beneficiaries to choose their priorities with dignity and contributing to the local economy.