 | By WJR
August 27, 2008 | Share |
In response to the recent military actions in Georgia and South Ossetia and the devastation that the situation has left in its wake, WJR - fulfilling its role in channelling the UK Jewish community's response to international disasters - has launched an Appeal to raise critical funds for those affected by the conflict.
Whilst continually monitoring the situation to ascertain where the need is greatest and how best to alleviate it, WJR is now calling on the UK Jewish community to support its work through trusted local partners, to provide protection, shelter and basic welfare assistance for those affected in the region.
The conflict in South Ossetia has displaced Ossetians into Russia and Georgians out of Ossetia, towards Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Small Jewish communities in all locations have been affected by the violence, with many fleeing to search for safe havens. Although the fighting has ceased, the situation in South Ossetia remains unstable. Targeted support is required and WJR has identified vulnerable individuals who require immediate assistance. These include over 700 Jewish elderly and children who are at risk, some of whom are now being housed by fellow Jews in Tblisi.
