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At 99, Léo, displaced by war, is walking again
4 May 2026

Léo Kuvirhe, aged 99, fled the violence in eastern DRC to seek refuge in Kitshanga. Thanks to support from HI, he has regained his mobility and independence.

  • Democratic Republic of Congo
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HI psychologists support people affected by violence in North Kivu
4 May 2026

Forced displacement, violence, abuses: the people of North Kivu are subjected to extreme levels of stress. HI psychologists help them cope with shock and trauma.

  • Democratic Republic of Congo
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DRC: a tricycle provided by HI changes Dorica Zawadi’s life
4 May 2026

After fleeing the violence in Kashuga, Dorica Zawadi, a mother, found refuge in Sake. Thanks to HI’s support, she has regained her mobility and a source of income for her family.

  • Democratic Republic of Congo
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In Haiti, Wadson’s dreams were shattered by gang violence
4 May 2026

Now an amputee, Wadson lives in extremely precarious conditions. HI has provided him with crutches and physiotherapy sessions so that he can walk again and begin to rebuild his life.

  • Haiti
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In Mozambique, rehabilitation is restoring Abdala’s independence and hope
4 May 2026

Abdala Natuman is a fisherman who suffered a stroke a few years ago. Thanks to HI’s ongoing and caring support, he is gradually regaining his independence and hopes for a better future.

  • Mozambique
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Ukraine: From Emergency Aid to Long-Term Recovery
4 May 2026

In southeastern Ukraine, there is an urgent demand for psychological care, rehabilitation, and individualized support.

  • Ukraine
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In Niger, HI supports thepopulation in the face of thesecurity and climate crisis
4 May 2026

The Tillabéri and Diffa regions are facing a humanitarian crisis due to armed violence in the Sahel. HI has been running a project there since 2021, which 2has already helped more than 32,000 people.

  • Niger
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Lebanon: People with disabilities, forgotten victims of the crisis
4 May 2026

Thousands of Lebanese forced to flee their homes. People with disabilities are the hardest hit, and the least assisted, HI states in its report Leaving No One Behind.

  • Lebanon
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HI thanks the Ministry of Health for its leadership and support
24 April 2026

HI was honored to welcome Lebanon's Minister of Health to a shelter in Beirut where HI, under the Ministry’s leadership, delivers emergency response to displaced persons.  

  • Lebanon
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HI Clearance Operation in Mount Lebanon
24 April 2026

Beside responding to the current crisis, HI continues clearance operations in Lebanon.

  • Lebanon
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Statement Lebanon
17 April 2026

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Gaëlle: Seeing people regain their independence is what makes it all worthwhile
15 April 2026

Gaëlle Charles works as an occupational therapist with HI. She helps people displaced by gang violence in Haiti to regain their independence.

  • Haiti
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Sudan: Ahmed, victim of the war’s brutal violence
15 April 2026

A lack of timely medical care often turns war injuries into permanent disabilities, as in Ahmed’s case, who lost his leg after being shot.

  • Sudan
HI provided Sadia with rehabilitation care and a walking frame, enabling her to regain mobility.; }}

Sudan: Fleeing violence, Sadia loses her leg
15 April 2026

Intense fighting in Wad Madani forced Sadia and her family to flee. Limited access to medical care had devastating consequences.

  • Sudan
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Sudan: Stimulation therapy helps Aisha’s children overcome the effects of malnutrition
15 April 2026

21.2 million Sudanese are facing acute hunger due to the war.¹ For young children, this heightens the risk of lasting developmental delays.

  • Sudan
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