From surviving genocide to supporting mothers: Diyana’s story

Diyana was 15 years old when a group of armed members from the Islamic State entered her village at the foot of the Sinjar Mountains in northern Iraq. As they marched down the streets, Diyana squeezed into a rickety station wagon with twelve other family members and fled into the barren mountains.  On that journey there was also a young, heavily pregnant woman. Suddenly, her contractions began. In […]

How does CARE choose where to respond first?

If you’ve ever wondered where our emergency response teams are sent when a crisis occurs, you’re not alone. With natural disasters and crises occurring globally at any time of the year, people often question why assistance is provided to some communities before others, and how charities choose where they can make the biggest impact when […]

When maternal healthcare is out of reach: Chantal’s story

Chantal was alone in her hut when she gave birth to her baby. Sitting on a dirty bamboo mat, with no medical assistance, she delivered her daughter Dorcas with her bare hands. I first thought I had a normal stomach ache, but when the water broke, I knew that the baby was coming. So, I […]

How does CARE Australia coordinate with local governments and international agencies during crises?

You may have seen news coverage of a humanitarian crisis and wondered how only one charity can support the entire needs of that community. The reality is that skilled humanitarian responses are made up of many organisations all working collaboratively together.  In order to reach as many people affected as possible, local governments, community leaders, […]

Communities building climate resilience in Ethiopia

Across Ethiopia‘s Amhara Region, communities are working to strengthen access to safe water, improve livelihoods and build resilience to climate change. Through the RISE project, thousands of people in Dera and Farta Woredas (districts) are laying the foundations for healthier and more secure futures. Overcoming challenges Communities in the Amhara Region have been facing serious […]

How does CARE approach long-term development vs. emergency relief?

When disaster strikes (whether it’s an earthquake, a war or the creeping destruction caused by climate change), one question dominates: how do people live today? In the immediate aftermath of an emergency, families need food, fresh water, shelter, and safety. These first hours and days can be chaotic and heartbreaking. And for communities already affected […]

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