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Jordan Chiles, Abby Wambach, and Julie Foudy celebrate International Women’s Day with CARE’s “Level the Playing Field” campaign
March 3, 2026
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Drought in Somalia: Acute hunger levels double in one year, according to new IPC report
February 24, 2026
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Escalating conflict in Middle East puts millions at risk
We are deeply alarmed by the sharp escalation of conflict in the Middle East. The conflict is threatening the lives and wellbeing of millions of people. Countless communities are stricken by trauma and the fear of what may come next.
Read MoreJordan Chiles, Abby Wambach, and Julie Foudy celebrate International Women’s Day with CARE’s “Level the Playing Field” campaign
CARE, the leading humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives and defeating poverty, announced today Level the Playing Field, a multi-day campaign in celebration of International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8. This year’s campaign, which includes an original PSA, live events, and advocacy outreach on Capitol Hill, invites audiences to take a simple and meaningful action to sign a pledge t
Read MoreDrought in Somalia: Acute hunger levels double in one year, according to new IPC report
A new report from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) confirms that hunger across Somalia is rising sharply following four consecutive seasons of failed rains and steep humanitarian funding cuts.
Read MoreCARE named as host of the Frontline Health Workers Coalition
The Frontline Health Workers Coalition, a global alliance dedicated to strengthening and supporting the health workforce around the world, has a new home. Effective January 1, 2026, CARE, a global leader in the fight to end poverty, has assumed the role of host organization for the Coalition.
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South Sudan: Escalating conflict in Jonglei deepens food insecurity, human suffering
CARE South Sudan warns that escalating conflict and displacement in Jonglei State are rapidly intensifying hunger, human suffering, and protection risks, compounding an already severe humanitarian crisis in one of the country’s most vulnerable regions.
Read MoreDeepening starvation in Sudan
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification Partnership (IPC) alerts today of famine-level acute malnutrition detected in two more localities in North Darfur, Um Baru and Kernoi. Just three months ago, the IPC warned that famine conditions would further spread.
Read MoreCyclone Fytia in Madagascar: After landfall urgent response underway
Mirana Fanomezantsoa, CARE Madagascar Country Director says that, "Severe Tropical Storm Fytia made landfall along Madagascar’s west coast, bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and a high risk of flooding and landslides..."
Read MoreViolence and flooding trigger displacement in Mozambique
Renewed attacks across Cabo Delgado since mid-December have forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes in northern Mozambique, increasing fears that the conflict is expanding deeper into the densely populated province of Nampula.
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