When crisis follows crisis, children need our protection and support more than ever, wherever they are in the world. Our Children’s Emergency Fund means we can act as soon as a crisis hits, and deliver lifesaving support wherever it is needed, when it matters most.
A powerful earthquake in Colombia has destroyed homes, collapsed schools and hospitals, leaving families fearful for their children’s lives. Following the recent devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, we know from experience that children will need urgent support to access shelter, food and water and replace lost belongings. Those suffering injuries will need urgent access to medical support.
Children and families in a conflict-affected region in the Democratic Republic of Congo are facing a fast-moving Ebola outbreak. This is a healthcare crisis affecting fragile communities that are already facing ongoing conflict, mass displacement and weakened public services.
Around the world, conflict is affecting the lives of many children. In the Middle East and wider region, a dramatic escalation in violence has triggered a regional crisis with devastating consequences for children.
Families in the occupied Palestinian territory need food, water and other essential lifesaving supplies to be let in to Gaza at scale. In the West Bank, Palestinian families face severe movement restrictions, unable to access basic services.
In Sudan, Ukraine and many other places of conflict, violence has led to massive displacement, severe malnutrition and the spread of diseases.
In any emergency, whether from conflict or disasters like cyclones and earthquakes, children are always the most at risk. That’s why Save the Children and our partners remain dedicated to providing life-saving assistance to children and families impacted by these crises.
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In times of crisis, Save the Children is always among the first organisations to deliver life-saving support for children and their families. Our Children’s Emergency Fund helps us respond quickly wherever the need is greatest. With your support, we can help millions of children in their darkest hour.
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