Humanitarian and Emergency Relief
Earthquake in Afghanistan: The latest news & how you can help
On October 7, 2023, a 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit Herat, Afghanistan, killing over 2,000 people and causing extensive damage, especially in the Zindajan district. Amidst an existing humanitarian crisis, the earthquake has intensified needs for shelter, food, and medicine. CARE is assisting by distributing essentials and deploying health and livestock care teams.
Read MoreDRC portraits: faces of the displaced
The Democratic Republic of Congo is in the grips of a worsening humanitarian disaster. Ongoing conflict has displaced over 6.1 million people, making it the country with the highest number of Internally Displaced People (IDPs) in Africa. At the same time, more than 26 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance.
Read MoreClimate change & the floods in Libya
Record temperatures intensified the impact of storms like Daniel, leading to severe floods in Libya, especially in the city of Derna. As such extreme events become more common, organizations like CARE are innovating solutions. With North Africa warming at twice the global rate, urgent action, including disaster risk reduction and resilience investment, is crucial.
Read MoreFlooding in Libya: what’s happening now & how to help
Devastating floods hit Libya after Hurricane Daniel's landfall, causing unprecedented damage. Many thousands have died, and more have been displaced. Learn about the ongoing relief efforts, the challenges faced, and how you can help support the affected communities.
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Mimi’s Kittens: A symbol of hope in the aftermath of the Morocco earthquake
After the devastating earthquake in Morocco, Fatiha faces the loss of her home and business. Amidst the tragedy, her cat Mimi's kittens remain trapped under rubble, symbolizing hope and resilience. As CARE helps the community grapple with the quake's aftermath, Fatiha's primary concern is reuniting her family and ensuring shelter, especially for her traumatized youngest daughter.
Read More“I’ve never experienced fear on any mission”: A Ukraine humanitarian worker’s story
Passionate about social work almost since childhood, Irina Ozhehova understood firsthand the significance of risking one's life to save others, and she possessed the ability to build robust teams and devise solutions during crises. Recently, she joined CARE Ukraine as a Rapid Response Officer, which enabled her to engage in large-scale projects and extend assistance to even more people.
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