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A story from Medair Project Manager in Chad
It is hell on earth and the world is looking away.
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Medair – Mpox emergency – GOMA, Democratic Republic of Congo - 29 AUG 2024
Mpox emergency in DRC – Awaiting vaccines, working on a Strategic National Response Plan
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The Forgotten Crisis in Sudan
Medair remains committed to staying on the ground
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We Are All Human
Water in Yemen is scarce. Less than half of the population, and less than ten per cent of internally displaced persons in Yemen have access to safe water and sanitation1. We had weak infrastructure prior to the war. Now, during and after the conflict, we have damaged infrastructure that has affected access to water and sanitation across the country.
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CEO BLOG: Why DR Congo matters
Medair works in coordination with the Congolese Ministry of Health and other humanitarian agencies to provide life-sustaining services to people displaced from their homes, and to the communities that receive them. The work I saw our teams doing on the ground reminded me that, despite the immensity of the challenge, hope remains.
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How solar power transforms access to water in Yemen
In Yemen, water is scarce. Before the current conflict, Yemen was considered one of the world’s most severely water-stressed countries. This situation has worsened. Less than half of the population has access to a clean water source, with severe effects on people’s health, agriculture, and livelihoods. For many communities in Yemen, drinking unsafe water is the only choice, as safe drinking water is inaccessible and unaffordable.
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Afghanistan: A mother’s journey
In order to provide for their families, many Afghan mothers are confronted with daily challenges.
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Memories from Afghanistan
Medair’s former Communications Officer shares her memories of Afghanistan.
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Why We’re Still in Jordan
We’re been working in Jordan since 2012. We’re not going anywhere yet.
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When Water Bends Bones
In a mountainous region of Yemen, water weakens bones. It deforms. It causes life-changing health concerns and financial burdens. It is one more tragedy for the Yemeni people who have already been through the unfathomable.
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In pictures: Fighting the spread of COVID-19 in Bangladesh
How do you fight the spread of COVID-19 in the world’s largest refugee camp?
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In pictures: Providing homes for Rohingya refugees
In Kutupalong Camp, permanent structures are not authorised. Refugees live in temporary shelters made of bamboo and tarpaulins. Our teams distributes items that aim to improve living conditions: ‘‘These kits provide more durable and sustainable solutions for families’’, says Khaled Nishan, Medair Project Officer. ‘‘This is especially important to protect homes from the monsoon season and other harsh weather conditions in southern Bangladesh.’’
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