EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺 (@eu

EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺

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EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺

@eu_echo

We are @EU_Commission Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid. We help save lives in crises across the globe. Moderation policy: europa.eu/!G7dHxy

Brussels and Worldwide

Joined January 2012

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"Now I feel more confident because I know what to do. If I ever see a strange object, I stay away and immediately tell an adult." EU-funded mine risk education is helping children and communities in northwest Syria stay safe. Full story: link.europa.eu/DNwxjQ 🧵 3/3
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When she was younger, Leen thought strange metal objects she found outside were toys. With EU funding, @sardngo and @Welthungerhilfe are delivering child-friendly awareness sessions that teach children how to recognise explosive hazards and stay safe. 🧵 2/3
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For 10-year-old Leen, returning home to northwest Syria meant going back to school and playing with friends. But it also meant living with a hidden danger: landmines and unexploded ordnance left behind by years of conflict. 🧵 1/3
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🇪🇺 Do you know how the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism works? When disasters strike, the EU helps coordinate emergency response efforts for countries in need. Watch to see how it works in practice ⬇️
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Replying to @eu_echo @UNOPS_UEE and 6 others
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Replying to @eu_echo @UNOPS_UEE and 5 others
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Jun 10
From ruins to a vibrant safe haven! ✨ Look at these incredible BEFORE & AFTER photos of the Zahaltsi kindergarten. Thanks to vital funding from the EU and repair work by @UNOPS_UEE, children’s laughter is finally filling these newly restored halls again! 💛💙🇺🇦 ⬇️
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Jun 10
🇪🇺 The EU plays a key role in coordinating disaster response worldwide. Through the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism, emergency assistance can be mobilised 24/7 to support any country in need. But how does it work in practice? Find out in our video 📹
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Jun 9
When wildfires strike, every second counts. Since 2022, the EU prepositioning initiative has scaled from 236 firefighters to 777 - strategically placed in high-risk areas, ready to deploy at a moment's notice. Faster response. Stronger capacity. One European team.
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Jun 9
What does it take to make Europe better prepared for future crises? 150 randomly selected citizens from across the EU spent months discussing exactly that question. Now it's your turn. Join the debate and share your ideas 👉 citizens.ec.europa.eu/online-debate-…
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In May, Ukraine saw the highest number of drone attacks since Russia’s full-scale invasion. Behind every strike are families forced into shelters, children living in fear, and communities struggling to recover. The EU stands with Ukraine. 🇪🇺🤝🇺🇦
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🗺️ Mapped: Philippines | 7.8 M earthquake and tsunami We are closely monitoring the situation with our teams on the ground and EU-funded partners there. The EU stands ready to help.
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What does it take to stay ahead of Europe’s growing wildfire threat? Our latest #EUSolidarityTalks at @UNIPIGR brought the question to the table. 🎥 The full recording is now online! Watch the key insights now: bit.ly/4wKLtfd
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