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The ICRC in Ukraine: Facts and figures, January–June 2017
… Highlights Ukraine crisis, January-June 2017 Water and Habitat Economic Security 575,000 80,000 over … people benefited from donation of 430 tons of water treatment chemicals, such as aluminium …
Afghanistan: protection of vulnerable communities through cash-for-work projects
… one's home and land because of lack of water and seeking shelter elsewhere is … Our area had turned into a desert because of water scarcity, causing great distress and … kariz is restored, providing us with ample water for both farming and drinking.” …
Monthly Middle East and North Africa newsletter – May 2020: Our response to COVID-19
… preventative measures in places of detention, water and sanitation services and material to … boost hygiene standards and access to clean water, and helping supported medical … programs in the fields of water and habitat, health, economic security and …
Lebanon: Essential goods reach Roumieh Prison after recent rioting
… left hundreds of detainees without drinking water, clothing and bedding. "Block D is … inmates with over 1,000 litres of drinking water, 500 mattresses and 200 clothing kits. … items and soap were also distributed. Seven water filters will also be installed in the …
Ethiopia: Facts and Figures - January to June 2014
… Sudanese refugees, had better access to clean water and sanitation services. More than 2,900 … with emphasis on enabling them to improve water and sanitation facilities of the new … on the BBC Somali service. WATER AND HABITAT The ICRC continued working with the …
Syria: Aid delivery across front lines in Homs
… In November, the ICRC provided clean water, food, health care and other emergency … also crossed front lines to provide clean water and health care to civilians in need. In … Syrian Arab Red Crescent volunteers delivered water purification supplies to the …
Afghanistan: Assisting communities grappling with the impact of climate change
… in turn will lead to a scarcity of fresh water due to the shrinking snow cover and … at supporting communities through improved water management and a stable electricity … our work aims at helping communities access water and essential services by providing …
Iraq: Harsh conditions for thousands fleeing violence
In Khaldiya camp outside of Fallujah, our colleague, ICRC Regional Director Robert Mardini, describes the situation faced by so many fleeing violence in Iraq right now. It is very hard to believe …
Haiti: Improving detention conditions remains a priority
… Cap-Haïtien civilian prison, 2013. Freshwater and saltwater reservoirs built by the ICRC. The prison is not connected to the public water system, and these reservoirs store both …
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