Crisis in Congo

Crisis in Congo

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) remains in the midst of a major humanitarian crisis, one of the most complex, deadly and prolonged ever documented. More >

Iraqi Refugees

Iraqi Refugees

The war that was launched in Iraq five years ago has produced one of the largest humanitarian crises of our time, yet one largely hidden from the public and ignored by the international community. More >

Violence Against Women

Violence Against Women

Gender-based violence is a serious human rights and public health issue affecting women and girls around the world, across socioeconomic classes and cultures. More >

Searching for Peace in Sudan

Searching for Peace in Sudan

While the conflict in Sudan's western region of Darfur continues to rage, there are more hopeful signs for peace in the south and east of the country after the signing of two landmark peace agreements. More >

Northern Uganda

Northern Uganda

For the past 20 years, the people of northern Uganda have endured a conflict involving the rebel Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) and the Government of Uganda. More >

Humanitarian Aid Reform

Humanitarian Aid Reform

The United Nations is in the midst of a reform movement that touches on many aspects of its work. More >