Stories from the Ground

This collection, produced by the We Lead program in Lebanon, brings together the lived experiences of eight feminist activists who supported displaced communities during the Israeli aggression on Lebanon (September–November 2024).

Why It Matters?

• Honouring Activism: We celebrate the vital labour of feminist leaders who stepped up in an urgent crisis.

• Facing Realities: We map the obstacles that grassroots groups and individual activists navigated under the extreme pressures of war.

What You’ll Find?

• First-Person Stories: Short narratives that capture on-the-ground relief efforts, innovative coping strategies, and moments of resilience.

• Contextual Insights: Reflections on how funding gaps and rapid escalation shaped response tactics—and what that means for future emergencies.

• Actionable Recommendations: A set of clear, donor-focused proposals to strengthen the funding frameworks and operational support available to feminist grassroots organisations in conflict settings.

By documenting these voices, we preserve critical lessons and ensure feminist responses to emergencies are recognised, celebrated, and better resourced.