United Nations OCHA

How much more do those in power need to see before they act? It's time they #ActForHumanity! International humanitarian law is being violated, and civilians and aid workers are paying the price. This #WorldHumanitarianDay, Muzoon Al-Mellehan added her voice. Add yours and share.

On the same day this video was recorded in #Ukraine’s war-torn south, 2 drones hit an aid distribution point in the #Kherson Region. Humanitarians are working tirelessly on the front line to deliver life-saving assistance to people in need. They are #NotATarget. 📹 Watch ⬇️

The situation in #Sudan is dire as the conflict drags on unabated. 9 months into the year, #Sudan's humanitarian requirements are only 41% funded. Humanitarians are on the ground working tirelessly to help people in urgent need. But we need more funding and unimpeded access to deliver aid across borders and battle lines. More on the crisis 🔽 #KeepEyesOnSudan

Access to water is a serious challenge in #Syria. With energy prices skyrocketing due to conflict, people can't afford the diesel to run water pumps. Watch how a local partner is providing sustainable solutions, with support from Syria Cross-border Humanitarian Fund. 📹 ⬇️

There is no end in sight to the war in #Ukraine and the situation only continues to worsen. Since the end of August, large-scale attacks and relentless missile and drone strikes have continued across the country, leaving more civilians killed and injured. Yesterday at the #UnitedNations Security Council, acting UN Relief Chief Joyce Msuya called on Member States yet again to seize every opportunity to bring this war to an end. Her full remarks: https://bit.ly/3XlYF9p

"Tents have been wiped out." Yesterday, we led an assessment to the makeshift site in Khan Younis, #Gaza, where a deadly attack took place on Monday night. The site, home to about 300 displaced families, was struck by multiple Israeli airstrikes, creating two large craters, killing and injuring people, and leaving some missing under the rubble. Humanitarian partners identified people with the most urgent needs and mobilized assistance, including distributing shelter materials and essential items, repairing the water well and making protection referrals. Civilians are protected under international law and are #NotATarget.

It's been one year since #StormDaniel devastated #Libya, leaving behind a trail of loss and destruction. Two dams burst near #Derna, releasing strong floods that destroyed lives and livelihoods. The humanitarian impact was profound. Local communities, authorities, partners and the #UnitedNations joined forces in a massive and coordinated humanitarian response, delivering life-saving food, shelter and medical care, and rebuilding essential services and infrastructure. Now, stories of hope are emerging as people try to rebuild their lives. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3TLKOIL

Today is International Day to #ProtectEducationFromAttack. ❗ Under international humanitarian law, students, teachers and schools are protected. Warring parties must not direct attacks against them. Join us in calling on those in power to #ActForHumanity.

For #WorldHumanitarianDay, our colleague Eric from OCHA's Central African Republic office wrote a song dedicated to all humanitarians who have been killed or injured while carrying out their life-saving work. He calls those in power to #ActForHumanity and protect humanitarians and all civilians. Listen ⬇️

Curious about how humanitarians coordinate aid delivery to #Gaza? In our latest #StaffSpotlight, we dive into the behind-the-scenes efforts that make it possible.   Meet Alexia Guillaume (الكسيا جيلوم), our Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer in the Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa. Since April, she has been stationed in Al-Arish, Egypt - a key logistical hub for aid deliveries into Gaza. With years of experience in protection and human rights across the region, Alexia now plays a crucial role in coordinating humanitarian aid efforts for Gaza.    Read more about her vital work.