Mohammad Awada is veteran political leader from South Lebanon who was a key mobilizer during the October 17 uprising and continues to lead the efforts in South Lebanon to establish a progressive political movement that transcends the sectarian divisions and patrimonial politics. In his long history of political engagement Mohammad always led by example. He is a genuine and brave individual who has succeeded in bringing people together and crossing wartime barriers that divided the Lebanese society. Mohammad is fighting a battle against cancer. He is responding well to the treatment. However, the treatment costs around 65000 USD, over the course of a year. Your support is not only important for Mohammad's survival, but also for the survival of the work that he started in South Lebanon towards a better Lebanon.