CARE’s analysis of INFORM Global Risk Index data has found that the world’s ‘highest risk’ countries have three times higher exposure to epidemics, such as COVID-19, but also have a six times higher risk in terms of their access to healthcare compared to the world’s lowest risk countries.
Month: March 2020
Coming together, one meter apart
I wake up every morning in a bed by myself while my partner sleeps in the other room. I wipe down surfaces three or more times a day and wash my hands constantly.
She Leads: Diversity and Inclusion
We talk with Hadiya Roderique, lawyer, writer, and advocate about inclusion and diversity in the workplace, and how to challenge systems to support a more inclusive workplace and society.
Over 150 major charities form Emergency Coalition to save sector and maintain support to Canada’s most vulnerable
The leaders of over 150 Canadian charities have written a letter to the Government of Canada asking for urgent financial support to prevent the irreparable collapse of the sector, and their vital programs, due to the COVID-19 crisis.
Q&A with CARE Yemen Country Director Aaron Brent
CARE Yemen Country Director Aaron Brent on the potential impact of COVID-19 there and the bigger concerns and humanitarian needs.
CARE Deeply Concerned as First COVID-19 Case is Reported in Syria
As the first case of coronavirus is confirmed in Syria, CARE is deeply concerned about the health and safety of over three million people in northwest Syria, over half of whom are internally displaced and live in crowded camps.
How you can be pandemic prepared
There is a new item at the top of the global to-do list: stopping the spread of this virus a.k.a flattening the curve. Because we know we all can do our part, we put together a reminder of the of small, but instrumental actions you can take to help.
Why March4Women matters more than ever
There is no doubt that these unprecedented times will take the greatest toll on the most vulnerable around the world. Once again, women will face unique challenges during this emergency–not just here in Canada but in countries across the globe.
She Leads: Gender Equality
We talk with Emily Wiseman, CARE Canada’s Senior Gender Advisor about the importance of gender empowerment and equality and why we need to keep pushing for more advancements.