Natural Disasters

Lebanon | 2023 | CBPF
“I feel more secure. With these skills, I know I can protect my family if a fire breaks out.”

Somalia | 2023 | CBPF
“It’s not just a game; it’s like leaving all the tough stuff behind and just having fun with friends.”

Syria and Türkiye| 2023|CBPF
“For the cost of two tents – which have to be replaced every six months – we’d like to provide a dignified shelter, providing more privacy, more durability and lasting much longer.”

Somalia | 2023 | CBPF
Recent reports have revealed alarming levels of sexual and gender-based violence in Somalia, primarily targeting women, girls, and marginalized groups. In 2022, the United Nations reported 340 cases of conflict-related sexual violence, primarily attributed to clan militias and Al-Shabaab: it’s likely to be an under-count of the actual levels of risk.

Somalia | 2023 | CERF
The longest and most severe drought seen in Somalia in at least 40 years has affected millions and driven displacement across the country.

Madagascar | 2023 | CERF
“A year ago, getting health care would have been a luxury.”

Vanuatu, Ethiopia, Yemen and others| 2023 | CERF
“This clinic is near my home, so I can easily bring Zahara.”

Ethiopia, Mozambique | 2023 | CERF
“I am not like the other parents here. I have two children with disabilities.”

Peru | 2023 | CERF
“I am pleased to see that organizations like the United Nations Population Fund are fully committed to the realities we face as women every day. Through workshops and psychological and legal assistance, they provide invaluable support on our journey.”

Philippines | 2023 | CERF
“During Super-typhoon Yolanda (international name: Haiyan), other provinces helped us. In return, our provincial health officer and governor wanted to give back, which was why they sent us.”

Malawi | 2023 | CERF
“Some men take advantage of displacement, hunger and poverty to sexually assault women.

Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe | 2015-2016 | CERF
“I now sleep on a full stomach and wake with the assurance that there is still food to keep me going.”

Somalia | 2015-2016 | CERF
“I was so worried that I would have a miscarriage due to the effects of the drought,” said Rukiyo, adding, “We had so little to eat. I became very weak and could barely walk.”

Somalia | 2023 | CBPF
“Some of the beneficiaries used the money to purchase food, while others bought clothes for their children, especially last month to celebrate Eid-Al-Fitr. The money assisted a lot of us who didn’t know what to do to cover family expenses during Eid.”

“You are welcome, my people. We are all one people. I appreciate you too.’’

DRC | 2023 | CERF
“When I arrived I had no water,” says Mani, at the school’s water point.

“It is difficult to live without water.”

Nepal | 2023 | CERF
“With the money, I’ll buy some rice and food for my family.”

Afghanistan | 2022 | CBPF
“What would have happened to us if this clinic had not been here?”

Haiti | 2021 | CERF
“I would get my food every day in the morning to share with my children,” said Yolande, who moved with her family into a temporary shelter.

Haiti | 2021 | CERF
Natacha recalls delivering a baby in front of the hospital gate, using her phone’s light to see through the darkness.