Armenia։ Facts and Figures - January to December 2023
… with the American University of Armenia. WATER AND HABITAT 2 morgues in Syunik and Vayots Dzor … over time by the rehabilitation of the roof. Water tanks donated to the families from …
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COVID-19 appeal: None of us are safe until we're all safe
… humanitarian needs, including access to water and health care. In some cases, it … — ICRC (@ICRC) May 28, 2020 Access to water and sanitation The lack of water and … in the fields of economic security, water and habitat, health and humanitarian protection …
DR Congo: The population of Goma flees a volcano’s menace as a major humanitarian crisis looms
… Thousands of displaced people are seeking water, shelter, basic necessities, hygiene … 900 houses have already been destroyed. The water and electricity supply are still in … a million inhabitants are without drinking water , and there is a high risk of waterborne …
Earthquake in Afghanistan: ICRC response
… access to the affected areas and provide water to communities in need, as well as … costs for ambulances and ARCS volunteers. Water and Sanitation: Immediate support to ARCS Water and Sanitation Unit was provided, …
Niger: Tens of thousands of people helped in Diffa region in 2016
… distributed food, improved access to drinking water, helped reunite separated families and … 193,000 people had better access to drinking water after we repaired 20 existing … Gueskerou Grema ARi Zarma / CICR Hygiène et habitat Promotion du droit et des valeurs …
ICRC shocked by human suffering in Yemen
… heavy damage, leaving people without food, water or electricity. Even if air strikes …
Israel and the occupied territories: War surgery team, new medical supplies arrive in Gaza amidst a deepening humanitarian crisis
… carrying urgently needed medical material and water purification supplies. The arrival of … assist people desperate for clean drinking water, and contribute to any future family … on the severity of their injuries. The water purification supplies contain chlorine …
Brazil: The ICRC's work to help migrants
… the delivery of these documents to Brazil. Water and sanitation As part of the ICRC's water, sanitation and infrastructure …
Ethiopia: Responding to humanitarian needs of people affected by violence and COVID-19
… ERCS jointly provided emergency relief and water to the affected communities, including … to 196,800 semi-pastoralists Constructed water and habitat projects benefiting 80,475 people …
Philippines: Civilians bear brunt of fighting and dry spell in Maguindanao
… Datu Salibo, displaced people have access to water for washing and bathing through 25 hand … Datu Salibo, evacuees have access to drinking water through nine hand pumps equipped with …
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