Libya

During the revolution in Libya, Islamic Relief was one of the first aid agencies on the ground, providing the following emergency relief:

In Tunisia:

• Shelter, food, clean water and hygiene kits were provided in border camps at Ras Ajdir, Dheiba, Remada and Tatouine
• Where possible, some expatriate workers were provided flights to their home countries
• Play areas and classes were arranged for children at the camps in Remada and some children were enrolled to local schools

In Libya:

• Emergency food, baby milk, hygiene kits and clothing was distributed in Benghazi, Misrata and Tripoli
• Hospitals were stocked with medical supplies, anaesthetic equipment and X-ray machines in Zintan, Jadu, Nalu, Yefren and Misrata
• Fuel was provided for ambulances in Zintan, Yefren and Nalut
• Over 10,000m³ of waste removed in Benghazi to stop the spread of disease
• Fun days organised for children to take their minds off the conflict