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

Every day around the world, women are fighting to survive violence, inequality, poverty and disease. More >

Urban Refugees in Kenya

Urban Refugees in Kenya

Time is running out for North and South Sudan to carry out provisions of a peace deal that ended a devastating 20 year war. Failure risks a return to conflict and upheaval. International support is critical to salvage the peace process and tackle ongoing crisis in Darfur. 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 >

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 >

Civil-Military Relations

Humanitarian agencies and military personnel are increasingly operating in the same environment in conflict-affected countries around the world. More >

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