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