A durable solution is not just a quick fix, it’s a promise to end food insecurity for good. Not just a meal today, but a pathway to dignity, resilience, and recovery. See here how communities are achieving this. To follow the Africa Zero Hunger initiative, read here.
https://bit.ly/47CwkSS

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في اليوم العالمي للعمل الإنساني (19 أغسطس/آب 2025)، نُكرّم جميع من يعملون من أجل الإنسانية حول العالم، مُواجهين مختلف أنواع المخاطر بهدف تقديم الإسعافات الأولية المُنقذة للحياة، والرعاية الطبية، وغيرها من المساعدات للمتضررين من الأزمات. معًا، لنحمي الإنسانية.

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On World Humanitarian Day (19 August 2025) we honor those around the world who #ActforHumanity every day by facing any number of dangers in order to bring life-saving first-aid, medical attention or other forms help to people impacted by the crisis.
Together, we must #ProtectHumanity.

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En Afrique, plus de 724 millions de personnes sont confrontées à l'insécurité alimentaire, mais la lutte contre la faim est loin d'être désespérée. Le réseau de la FICR, en partenariat avec les gouvernements, les donateurs et les dirigeants communautaires, vise à mettre en place des solutions communautaires intelligentes sur le plan climatique pour lutter contre la faim à la source. Ensemble, nous pouvons briser le cycle et faire en sorte que l'Afrique se rapproche de l'objectif « Faim zéro ». Regardez cette vidéo pour découvrir comment vous pouvez vous joindre à nous pour lutter contre la faim en Afrique.

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Across Africa, over 724 million people face food insecurity, but the fight against hunger is far from hopeless. The IFRC Network, in partnership with governments, donors and community leaders, aims to scale community-driven, climate-smart solutions to fight hunger at the source. Together, we can break the cycle and ensure that Africa moves closer to zero hunger. Watch this video to find out how you can join us in uniting for zero hunger in Africa.

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During the visit by the European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management to Bangladesh, Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) volunteers, under the Pilot Programmatic Partnership (PPP) and with support from International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC, German Red Cross, Danish Red Cross and Swedish Red Cross conducted a multi-hazard preparedness drill at a school in Old Dhaka.
From earthquake evacuation to fire response and first aid, volunteers, along with Fire Service and Civil Defense, Local Administration and most importantly, with communities members, demonstrated life-saving actions. The drill highlighted the crucial role of readiness, teamwork, and community engagement in safeguarding lives and mitigating risks.
Our partnership with the Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) supported communities worldwide in reducing risks and better preparing them for disasters and health emergencies. Through PPP, we have empowered communities to be safer and more resilient in the face of multiple hazards.

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In Sokoto, Red Cross volunteers like Jemila are supporting women through localised interventions like Mothers' Clubs. At Mothers' Clubs women are taught how to prepare an alternative to ready-to-use supplementary food called Tom Brown, which is a locally produced flour mix of grains, soy, and peanuts inspired by a traditional Nigerian recipe. It is used to support children with moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) to recover.

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Meet Noyona Akhter from Lakshmipur - one of over 6 million people affected by the 2024 floods in Bangladesh. She lost her home, her income, and access to safe sanitation. For nearly a year, she and her three daughters lived in deep uncertainty.

But hope returned.

Thanks to the IFRC- Bangladesh Red Crescent Society Flood Recovery Operation, Noyona has rebuilt her home, restored her latrine, and revived her livelihood. Today, she’s dreaming again for herself and her daughters.

This is what recovery looks like; from the ground.

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The IFRC and Croix Rouge du Burundi conducted a joint monitoring mission to assess Mpox response efforts in Burundi. 🦠💉

An interview with Deputy Director of Gitega Regional Hospital highlighted the impact of Red Cross support on the ground.

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Since 2014, the Tanzania Red Cross Society (TRCS) has used Community Engagement and Accountability (CEA) to save lives during disease outbreaks like cholera. By training local volunteers to deliver health education and distribute critical supplies, TRCS has strengthened community resilience and reduced infections. Learn how this life-changing approach works and why it’s a model for effective disaster response.

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In 2024, Bangladesh faced one of the worst floods in its history, affecting over 14 million people across 11 districts. Homes were washed away, livelihoods were destroyed and entire communities were left submerged in uncertainty.

In response, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) launched the Flood Recovery Operation; providing emergency life-saving support to all flood affected areas and helping communities in Feni, Noakhali, and Lakshmipur begin to rebuild their homes, health, and hope.

Here’s what has been achieved so far:

🔹 47,492 families received multipurpose cash grants
🔹 Over 60,000 families received cooked and dry food
🔹 569,705 liters of safe water and 248,700 water purification tablets distributed
🔹 791 families received shelter cash to repair damaged homes
🔹 27,160 people reached with mobile medical teams
🔹 29,004 people rescued with support from the Army and Navy
🔹28 families received livelihood support

Recently, a joint visit by the @SwissEmbassyDhaka; one of the key donors, witnessed these stories of recovery. Stories of courage. Stories of hope.

While the recovery is still ongoing, what we see on the ground is powerful; communities rising again with resilience, dignity, and unity.

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Meet Noyona Akhter from Lakshmipur ; one of over 14 million people affected by the 2024 floods in Bangladesh. She lost her home, access to safe sanitation, and her source of income. For nearly a year, she and her three daughters lived in deep uncertainty.

But hope returned.

Through the Flood Recovery Operation of IFRC-BDRCS, Noyona has rebuilt her home, restored her latrine, and revived her livelihood. Today, she’s dreaming again; for herself and her daughters.

Watch the IFRC Bangladesh Delegation Programme Coordinator @sonakshi-dey-cima-dip-ma-cert-ba-0a49b731 visits Noyona and hears her story of strength, survival, and new beginnings.

This is what recovery looks like; from the ground.

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One year ago, Cyclone Remal tore through the coastal areas of Bangladesh, damaging homes, submerging fields, and disrupting lives. But in the wake of destruction, communities didn’t just rebuild structures - they reclaimed hope, dignity, and their future.
With the support of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and in close partnership with the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS), over 283,000 people received vital assistance:
🔸 28,208 families received unconditional cash grants
🔸 535 families received shelter support
🔸 663 families regained safe sanitation
🔸 550 families restored livelihoods
Clean water flowed again. Health services returned. Life moved forward.
This is not just recovery; this is resilience in action.
As climate disasters intensify, our response must evolve from relief to long-term preparedness. Communities must be equipped before the storm hits, not just after.
🎙️ Hear from Alberto Bocanegra, IFRC Head of Delegation in Bangladesh, as he reflects on how resilience was rebuilt - hand in hand with the people, the volunteers, and the power of local action.
Let’s invest in climate resilience-before the next storm.

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Epidemics and pandemics are some of the biggest threats to a safe and healthy world. But with effective preparedness and response measures, we can reduce the impacts of epidemics and pandemic and even stop them in their tracks.

The Community Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness Programme (CP3) was a USAID-funded multi-country programme that supported communities, Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, and key partners to prevent, prepare for, detect, and respond rapidly to disease threats. In doing so, the programme supported them to play a significant role in preparing for future health risks, preventing epidemics and pandemics, and keeping communities healthy and safe.

Find out more: https://www.ifrc.org/our-work/health-and-care/emergency-health/epidemic-and-pandemic-preparedness

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