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The conflict in Ukraine

In a collective reception center for newly arrived refugees from Ukraine in Lublin, Poland, NRC is doing cash distribution in cooperation with our local partner Polish Center for International Aid. In this project, 1450 families will be assisted within the first four weeks of the project. Photo: Jeanette Fogstad/NRC
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First distribution of cash to Ukrainian refugees
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Ukraine: Fears of besiegement, bloodshed and displacement in eastern regions
Ukraine |

Ukraine: Fears of besiegement, bloodshed and displacement in eastern regions

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Remembering the Palestinian children killed in Gaza in May 2021
Palestine |

Remembering the Palestinian children killed in Gaza in May 2021

In May 2021, 67 Palestinian children were killed during an 11-day escalation in hostilities between Israel and Palestinian armed groups in the Gaza Strip.

With the help of the European Union, NRC is helping schools in areas affected by displacement in White Nile. Under the Better Learning Program, NRC has provided 108 PTA members and 140 teachers with training for improving schools, better hygiene practices, and providing emotional support for the children. The training introduced PTAs of different areas in White Nile with methods and plans to improve schools and provide a better learning experience. We also trained teachers on turning schools into a safe sanctuary for the children to raise morale and motivation. “NRC gave us very useful training. They helped us realize we’re dealing with children from diverse backgrounds. Some of our students came here to flee the war in South Sudan or even in the west,” said Manal. “Some even live in dire circumstances and have to work after school to support their families. We now try to find ways to make school less stressful and more amusing for them,” she added. The PTA of Al Hila Al Jadeeda consists of 20 members of parents and teachers. The women in the community are highly active in the betterment of their conditions. Fifteen members of the association are women, and only five are men. This active role comes with its price. “We have had to face many obstacles in our community while doing this work. People are saying we’re negligent of our children and home duties,” says Aziz, Parents Teachers Association member and mother of a student in Juwairya School. Aziza tearfully adds, “The training from NRC gave us huge motivation. It made everything we do worth the struggle. The training helped us plan and motivated us to start construction early.” After receiving the training organized by NRC, the PTA was motivated to start this year’s construction ahead of receiving funds. And despite the heat and the other obligations they have, men and women of the community volunteered, like every year, and started stacking bricks and plastering to build classrooms. “I find motivation in the commitment the other women show for this work. Our children are proud of us and are happy for how far their school has come,” Aziza said Photo Credit: Rawan Kara/ NRC
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The women putting children first
We assisted nearly 10 million people in 2021
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Iraq: Conflict, destruction stopping displaced families from returning to Sinjar
Middle East|Iraq |

Iraq: Conflict, destruction stopping displaced families from returning to Sinjar

Erbil, 18 May 2022 – Widespread destruction of civilian houses, new clashes, and social tensions are stopping two thirds of displaced families from returning to their homes in Iraq’s north-western town of Sinjar, according to a new report by the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC).

Joint NGO Statement on Global Food Security and Conflict-Induced Hunger

Joint NGO Statement on Global Food Security and Conflict-Induced Hunger

This week, world leaders will turn their attention to the global hunger crisis in two pivotal events organized by the United States: a ministerial-level meeting on May 18 and a Security Council open debate on May 19. The overarching aim of these events is to catalyze action on global food security and resilience, focusing on the critical links between conflict and hunger, including the impacts of the war in Ukraine.

A focus on emergency response to achieve clean energy for all by 2030
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A focus on emergency response to achieve clean energy for all by 2030

At the Humanitarian Energy Conference, 16 May, NORCAP promotes cross-sectoral collaboration and a focus on lessons learned and recommendations forward to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal 7 – a transition to clean, reliable and affordable energy for all.

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75 years helping people forced to flee

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People filling water cans.
Global |

The ‘Ukraine effect’ on the world’s poorest and most vulnerable

An Afghan woman with three of her children sitting in front of their tented shelter. The mother and the daughter are looking at something to their left, while the two sons are looking into the camera.
Afghanistan |

Afghanistan is facing a total economic meltdown

Afghanistan’s crisis stretches far beyond Kabul airport
Afghanistan |

Afghanistan’s crisis stretches far beyond Kabul airport

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Mohammed Arouki is seconded from NORCAP to support UN´s response to the crisis in Greece. Here he is distributing food to refugees who have just arrived in Chios together with Nicholas Panteloukas from NRC. Photo: Tiril Skarstein, NRC

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