Project Overview

• Project Name: ICRC Healthcare Operations Support in Lebanon
• Timeline: End of 2024 during escalation of violence
• Partner Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
• Collaborating Entity: Lebanese Red Cross
• Context: Deteriorating humanitarian situation and healthcare system strain

Crisis Background

Healthcare System Challenges in Lebanon (2024)

• Hospitals and health centers facing critical shortages
• Limited fuel supplies affecting medical facilities
• Medical equipment shortages putting lives at risk
• Overwhelmed healthcare infrastructure due to violence escalation
• ICRC operating as one of few organizations near frontline areas

Project Components

1. Surgical Team Deployment

• Location: Rafik Hariri University Hospital
• Purpose: Ensure wounded patients receive timely surgical care
• Approach: Rapid deployment of specialized medical personnel

2. Medical Supply Distribution

• Primary Healthcare Centers: 29 facilities supported
• Hospitals: 23 facilities supported
• Supplies Provided: Essential drugs and medical supplies
• Objective: Alleviate shortages and support ongoing treatment

3. Emergency Medical Service Support

• Centers Supported: 11 emergency medical service centers
• Materials Provided: Medical supplies and equipment
• Target: Frontline emergency responders
• Goal: Ensure timely and critical care capabilities

Implementation Strategy

Partnership Approach

• Lead Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
• Local Partner: Lebanese Red Cross
• Funding Source: Ead Samawi Foundation
• Coordination: Close collaboration between international and local entities

Response Characteristics

• Rapid scaling of operations to meet urgent needs
• Focus on life-saving medical care sustainability
• Strategic support for existing healthcare infrastructure
• Emphasis on frontline and emergency care capabilities

Impact Areas

Healthcare System Strengthening

• Addressed critical supply shortages in medical facilities
• Supported both primary and secondary healthcare levels
• Enhanced emergency response capabilities
• Maintained essential medical services during crisis

Geographic Coverage

• Country: Lebanon
• Focus Areas: Frontline and conflict-affected regions
• Healthcare Levels: Primary care centers, hospitals, emergency services
• Population Served: Lebanese citizens and displaced persons

Key Stakeholders

Primary Implementer

• Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
• Role: Direct healthcare service delivery and coordination

Local Partner

• Organization: Lebanese Red Cross
• Role: Local coordination and healthcare service support

Funding Organization

• Organization: Ead Samawi Foundation
• Representative: Majed Samawi (quoted spokesperson)
• Role: Financial support and project backing

Project Significance

Operational Context

• One of few organizations operating near active conflict zones
• Critical timing during healthcare system crisis
• Rapid response to escalating humanitarian needs