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UN Humanitarian

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UN Humanitarian

@UNOCHA

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) helps humanitarian organizations save the lives of people caught in crises.

Joined February 2009

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In the heart of the decimated #Gaza Strip, Ahmed’s farm stands out as a seed of recovery. Restarting local food production is key to food security. With support from the OPT Humanitarian Fund, farmers are rebuilding livelihoods and communities. Donate: bit.ly/4uycuQP
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The Rafah crossing has reopened for the movement of a limited number of people in both directions. The UN and partners have resumed support for medical evacuations from #Gaza and offered assistance to people returning. Read today's top news: bit.ly/4xkj93p
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Vaccinations for children. Mental health support. Essential healthcare. In Sudan's Northern State, the Sudan Humanitarian Fund is helping displaced families and vulnerable communities access critical services. 🎥 Watch how this support is delivering life-saving care:
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UN OCHA Asia Pacific
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🇵🇭 7.8M Sarangani EQ Flash Update No. 2️⃣ 🔹Over 2,000 aftershocks recorded after A7.8M earthquake struck Sarangani on 8 June 🔹According to govt reports 45 people killed, 487 injured & 17 missing 🔹Over 197k people affected, 25k remains displaced ↘️reliefweb.int/report/philipp…
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In today’s complex crises, strong partnerships are essential to saving lives. #Türkiye has long played a leading role in humanitarian action, from hosting refugees to supporting search-and-rescue efforts and investing in disaster response. Learn more about our partnership.
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An expanding Ebola outbreak in #DRC is unfolding amid escalating violence and mass displacement in the east. Insecurity is hampering disease surveillance, contact tracing and case management – increasing the risk of further spread. Read today's top news: bit.ly/3Q7bdSC
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Tom Fletcher
@UNReliefChief
Jun 9
Intensive week in Istanbul with our Humanitarian Coordinators - the courageous frontline leaders of the humanitarian community’s lifesaving work. Listening, learning (including about impact of AI and climate on our work), problem solving, strategizing. #87MillionLives
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OCHA Ukraine
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Jun 9
Today, attacks on #Kharkiv Region killed several residents and injured many others, including a pregnant woman. Humanitarian partners and @UNOCHA staff are on the ground in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv, supporting affected residents and providing emergency assistance. More in our video⬇️
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You can’t end every crisis. But you can end someone’s. Before age 11, walking independently was out of reach for Phoo Phoo. But access to rehabilitation and basket-weaving training changed all that. This is how humanitarian aid makes a difference. One life at a time.
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The past week has brought another surge in civilian casualties and suffering in #Ukraine. @IndrikaRatwatte briefs the Security Council on three key asks: protect civilians, uphold international humanitarian law and preserve humanitarian access. Those with influence must use it.
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In #Afghanistan, restrictions on humanitarian efforts supporting women and girls are hampering aid workers' ability to reach those most in need. Women humanitarians must be able to do their jobs, fully, safely and without obstruction. Read more: bit.ly/4vzh6XJ
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UN OCHA Sudan
@UNOCHA_Sudan
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Vaccinations for children. Mental health support. Essential healthcare. In Northern State, the Sudan Humanitarian Fund is helping displaced families and vulnerable communities access critical services. Watch how SHF support is delivering life-saving care where it’s needed most.
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@UNOCHA
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In #Jamaica, many families hit by Hurricane Melissa still need urgent support as another hurricane season is about to begin. With support from @OCHAFunds, humanitarian partners are helping displaced families and pre-positioning supplies to respond when the next storm hits.
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