If you've watched several of these weekly Christian Aid videos I put on here you will have seen something of the variety of work that Christian Aid are involved in as they seek to help people out of poverty for good. There is the pressure on governments over land rights or tax justice. There are the small scale initiatives such as solar panels or provision of a few goats or tools that allow communities to get their foot on the first rung of the ladder. There is the formation of co-operatives to help small communities get a fair deal for their labour. And then there is the emergency response to a crisis.
In today's film Janet Symes, Head of Middle East Region at Christian Aid, explains how partner organisations in Lebanon are responding to the refugee crisis, as well as talking about how our partners in Syria and Iraq are responding to the humanitarian needs of those affected by the conflict.
In just three days time I'm running the London Marathon for Christian Aid. To sponsor me visit www.virginmoneygiving.com/keithtarring
