📣This message is shared through UNHCR’s WhatsApp communication📣
In times of uncertainty, scammers claiming to work for UNHCR, WFP, or other aid agencies continue to contact people in person or by phone or social media like TikTok and WhatsApp. These scams sometimes use agency logos while promising travel, cash, or other assistance in exchange for your money, favors, personal information, or sex.
Remember: All humanitarian aid is free of charge.
Be alert: Keep personal information and identification documents safe and confidential. Only share personal information with trusted aid agencies and authorities if asked.
If in doubt: pause, reflect, and ask to verify.
Stay informed: Find information on services on HELP Lebanon (help.unhcr.org/Lebanon) and through the UNHCR WhatsApp Channel (help.unhcr.org/Lebanon/WhatsApp).
Report Fraud: If you are unsure if a message is fraudulent or if you have been a victim of fraud: Call WFP at 1526 or UNHCR at 04726111 or write to us here help.unhcr.org/lebanon/contact-us.
