Inclusion of people with disabilities: Damien, a shoemaker in Cotonou, has big plans 19 February 2025
Thanks to his energy and determination, Damien Falola has been able to fulfil his dream of setting up his own shoemaking business. He talks to us about his journey and the support he has received.
- Benin
Five things you should know about… explosive ordnance contamination in Ukraine 19 February 2025
There is massive contamination in Ukraine as a consequence of the armed conflict that began in 2014 and intensified after Russia's full-scale invasion of the country in February 2022.
- Ukraine
How the war in Ukraine upturned their lives… 19 February 2025
Teacher, student, beautician... The war in Ukraine has turned the lives of thousands of civilians upside down. Our colleagues tell HI how the war led them to become involved in humanitarian work.
- Ukraine
Oleksandr and Nina's daily struggle to provide for their children in Ukraine 19 February 2025
HI supports vulnerable people affected by the war in Ukraine, so they can access the daily essentials they need. Oleksandr, Nina and their 5 children are among them.
- Ukraine
“Since I was amputated, I feel like I’m locked in a prison” 19 February 2025
In Ukraine, HI identifies war survivors and makes sure they have access to the services they need. Anatoly, 63, an amputee wounded in a bomb attack, is among them.
- Ukraine
Shaping international partnerships: budgeting our common future 19 February 2025
Recommendations of CONCORD for the next Multi-annual Financial Framework (MFF) and European Financial Intruments (EFIs).
Live from Goma: life under high tension 18 February 2025
Robert Muzuri Rugoheza, HI's mental health and psychosocial support project manager, talks about life in Goma today and the population's urgent needs.
- Democratic Republic of Congo
Afghanistan: Overcoming the challenges of winter to guarantee humanitarian access 14 February 2025
In Herat, Atlas Logistique – HI's technical and operational unit – is pursuing its efforts to ensure access to essential services despite the challenges of the winter season.
- Afghanistan
In the north of Madagascar, overcoming the fear of the next cyclone 12 February 2025
Thanks to HI's work over a number of years, the inhabitants of Ambilobe district are now preparing for the cyclone season and the tropical storms forecast.
- Madagascar
HI opens a prosthetic centre in Hodeidah, Yemen 11 February 2025
HI inaugurates a new prosthetics and orthotics center at the Al-Thawra Hospital in Yemen. It is designed to meet the physical rehabilitation needs in all Hodeidah Governorate.
- Yemen
Developing access to rehabilitation in Colombia 10 February 2025
HI works in the north of the country, facilitating access to rehabilitation services for Colombians and for Venezuelan migrants. Matilde has received new crutches to make her daily life easier.
- Colombia
Goma, the day after: HI’s response to the emergency 7 February 2025
After days of fighting, the people of Goma’s need for humanitarian aid is greater than ever. HI is providing an emergency rehabilitation and mental health support.
- Democratic Republic of Congo
In Madagascar, Julda tells about her experience of cyclones 7 February 2025
Julda tells us about her life in Madagascar, an island particularly prone to cyclones. Paralysed in both legs, she talks about what it is like for people with disabilities when a disasters hits.
- Madagascar
Syria: HI aware on the risk of explosive devices 4 February 2025
Since the fall of the Assad regime, many Syrian refugees are returning, exposed to the unexploded ordnance contaminating Syria. HI runs a prevention campaign on the border with Turkey.
- Syria
Crutches to help make José Gregorio’s life easier 4 February 2025
José Gregorio lives in the north of Colombia. He is a determined, independent man, and his new crutches and physiotherapy sessions are making his everyday life easier. He talks to us about it.
- Colombia