The European Commission is providing EUR 3 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) to provide emergency cash assistance to the conflict-affected Palestine refugees in Syria.
This generous contribution will ensure that UNRWA continues to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable Palestine refugees in Syria by providing cash assistance of US$ 46 per person to cover their basic needs including food, shelter and heating. It also affords them personal dignity and choice in managing their own well-being.
“The European Union is committed to assist all those affected by the Syria crisis. This EU emergency assistance is vital for vulnerable populations, including thousands of Palestine refugees who have also suffered the consequences of this conflict,” said Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management, Christos Stylianides.
The UNRWA cash assistance programme ensures essential assistance reaches the most vulnerable refugees, with a focus on female-headed households, the elderly, orphans, and disabled persons.
Original source: UNRWA
Published on 28 May 2019
