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Following the devastating 2023 earthquakes, the villages of Douar Aguerd and Douar Agansou in Morocco were left in darkness. With damaged poles and cables cutting off electricity and no street lighting along the 2km road between them, life came to a standstill after sundown. Movement between villages—even for emergencies or to fetch water from the well—became nearly impossible. With our partner LIONS Club Unité ENCG Settat, we have provided solar lighting to support rebuilding and recovery of the remote villages, illuminating streets, communal areas, and sports fields so that daily life can continue safely after dark. More than 300 families now have access to light, restoring mobility, security, and a sense of normalcy. LIONS Club Unité ENCG Settat also played a crucial role in providing immediate relief following the earthquake—distributing food baskets, blankets, coats, and winter essentials, as well as offering medical support in the earthquake’s aftermath. As the first lights switched on, villagers watched their community illuminated for the first time in months. These moments serve as a powerful reminder of how light is more than just visibility—it can symbolise hope, resilience, and a new beginning. Anissa Abbou, Salma Jbilou El Joumri, Rajaa Jabri, LIONS Club Unité ENCG Settat