Syria and Lebanon are neighbouring countries. Some relations and interests bind the two countries and indeed the two populations to one another. In addition, there are approximately 1.5 million Syrian […]
In the lead up to Eid el-Fitr (the Festival of the Breaking of Fast), we invite you to practice charitable giving with Hands Up! Approaching Eid el-Fitr’s three-day celebration in […]
Against the dramatic backdrop of a derelict Victorian theatre, Sacconi Quartet perform a moving rendition of Jonathan Dove’s ‘Out of Time’. The Sacconi Quartet are generously giving all profit made on […]
As International Women’s Day – on the 8th March – is fast approaching, what better time is there to shine a spotlight on Pink Jinn and their incredible work? Pink […]
We’re over the moon to announce that Pooky and Hands Up have collaborated. What fantastic news for a bumpy start to the year! Lamp & lampshade designer, Pooky, create beautiful […]
As the nightmare that is 2020 draws to an end, our impulse to try to forget the past months and move on is understandable. But, it’s important to take a […]
We’re very proud to be supported by Earl’s Court Film Festival for the second year in a row now. Earl’s Court Film Festival (ECFF) is an annual celebration of the short […]
We’re very excited to announce a collaboration with award-winning artist, designer and historian Rory Hutton, who has designed a stunning silk scarf and silk pocket square exclusively for Hands Up, with 20% of […]
COVID-19 has cancelled all our events this summer, which would have raised £70,000. Please support us so we can continue our work – donate online here. At Hands Up we are […]
Storytelling is one of Syria’s greatest traditions and Al Hakawati holds a special place in Syrian culture. As a nod to this, Hands Up is presenting a series of stories […]
Urgent funds are needed for medical supplies in Idlib Donate online here The situation in North West Syria is devastating and the needs are growing and urgent. An area which pre-conflict had […]
It takes violence of unprecedented levels for Syria to be newsworthy at the moment. Perhaps understandable for a conflict entering its seventh year, longer than WWII. But that cannot be […]
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