Month: July 2023

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Do not participate in fraud and do not fall victim to fraud!

You have a responsibility to protect yourself and UNHCR from fraud!

Fraud has serious consequences including losing access to UNHCR assistance and other services!

Please note that ALL our services are ALWAYS FREE OF CHARGE!

If you have been a victim or aware of fraud, please report it to UNHCR Lebanon at 04726111 or send us an email at ?[email protected].

If you suspect UNHCR or partner staff involvement in fraudulent activities, please report it directly to UNHCR’s Inspector General’s Office, who investigates allegations against UNHCR and partners staff, through:

• Email: ?[email protected]
• UNHCR’s website: Complaint Form

For more information on fraud, please consult our help page on https://help.unhcr.org/lebanon/en/welcome/report-fraud/.

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High temperatures increase the risks of fire outbreaks, and present health risks, especially for older persons, children, and those with pre-existing medical conditions. Here are a few important tips to help you stay safe:

What you can do to prevent fires:

• Keep electronic equipment, mirrors and other reflective items out of direct sunlight.
  • Make sure your mobile phones are uncovered and kept away from soft furniture when charging. Do also regularly check on your phone when it is charging.
  • Remove flammable materials such as piles of dust, leaves, sticks and cardboard from your living area they may ignite under strong direct sunlight.
  • Electrical cables can present a fire hazard, keep your cables tidy and do not overload sockets.

What you can do to stay healthy during a heat wave:

• Stay hydrated; drink plenty of water throughout the day and eat fresh vegetables and fruits.
  • Stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
  • If you must go outside during the hottest part of the day, wear a hat or use umbrella.
  • If you or someone you know experiences dizziness, nausea, headache, rapid heartbeat, or confusion, seek medical attention immediately. To find the nearest supported Public Health Center click here https://help.unhcr.org/lebanon/en/welcome/access-to-healthcare/primary-healthcare/ and go to question 2.

For more fire safety tips, please click here. You may also check the weather forecast for the coming days: Fire Forecasting (arcgis.com)

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Fraudsters pretending to be from UNHCR keep contacting refugees and promising access to resettlement through medical certificates!  They make you believe they will help you with translation and stamping if you pay them money!

Do not pay any money! Do not share any personal information or documentation! Note that fraudsters may also try to use your personal documents to scam other refugees in your name! Remember that all UNHCR and partner services are ALWAYS FREE OF CHARGE!

If you have been a victim or are aware of fraud, please report it immediately to UNHCR Lebanon at 04726111 or send us an email at [email protected].

For more information on this and other exploitation schemes, please check UNHCR Lebanon’s YouTube page.

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Fraudsters pretending to work with UNHCR are promising to facilitate visas and access to asylum in Canada. This is fraud! Do not fall victim to such fraudulent schemes! Do not share your personal information and documentation with anyone. Remember all UNHCR and partner services are free of charge. If you suspect fraud, please report it to UNHCR at 04726111 or send us an email at [email protected]  For more information, please visit the fraud page on the Help Lebanon website at help.unhcr.org/lebanon/en/welcome/report-fraud/.   

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Registration for MEHE’s summer school is now open for all children, including Syrian children enrolled in public and semi-private schools (morning or afternoon shifts). You can register your child at selected schools from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, until Saturday 8 July. For more information and to register your child, please approach the nearest school in your area.

The final list of schools will be released by MEHE after you register.

Summer school is a chance for children to catch up on missed learning. Priority will be given to:

1. Children with poor academic outcomes (with less than an average score of 10/20 on exams),
2. Children at risk of drop out,
3. Children who dropped out of school less than 2 years ago (documentation is required to prove previous enrollment), and
4. Children with specific needs.

Classes will take place from Monday 17July to Thursday 24 August (6 weeks) from Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

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From 3 July 2023, if you are eligible for a housing attestation, you can request it by calling the UNHCR National Call Center at ?04726111 and expect to receive it through an ?SMS sent to your mobile phone (smartphone only). You can also request it through the nearest Khadamaty. Please note it is NOT possible to request a housing attestation at UNHCR Reception Centers. For more information, please visit the UNHCR Help Lebanon website at help.unhcr.org/lebanon/en and click Legal Aid or call UNHCR.