News releases and statements
For CARE concerned for vulnerable groups in Myanmar as COVID crisis deepens
Statement from CARE’s Vice President for Humanitarian Affairs, Deepmala Mahla:
Read MoreAs South Sudan turns ten amidst the worst humanitarian situation in its short history, women and girls offer a path to a brighter future if they are properly supported, says CARE
As South Sudan celebrates its 10th year of Independence, the country faces its worst humanitarian context since its birth in 2011. Despite the vast challenges, there are areas of hope in the form of efforts and initiatives by local women’s organizations.
Read MoreA devastating impact on 1.7 million Syrian children if UN Security Council fails to authorize resolution on humanitarian aid to northern Syria: No Lost Generation Initiative
“We call on the United Nations Security Council to authorize and expand for 12 months the delivery of cross-border humanitarian aid to northern Syria. The vote is due by 10 July. Failing the renewal, the already dire situation of over 1.7 million vulnerable children in the area will get far worse.”
Read MoreCARE Canada statement on Canada’s G7 commitments
CARE Canada acknowledges Canada’s commitments and investments outlined during the G7 Summit this weekend, alongside those of other world leaders.
Read MoreCARE Canada Statement on Budget 2021: Canada will not recover unless the world recovers
Today the Government of Canada presented its plan to end the fight against COVID-19. It announced $375 Million towards the global pandemic response with $1.4 Billion in additional international assistance over 5 years. Much of the $1.4 billion is targeted for this year, with no indication of a long-term strategy to truly eradicate COVID-19 around the world or ensure a just and transformative recovery for the most marginalized around the world.
Read MoreCARE: Policy Makers Need to Invest $5.00 In Delivery For Every $1 Spent on Vaccines
A new report by CARE revealed that a comprehensive vaccine delivery strategy – that includes support for frontline healthcare workers – requires policy makers to invest $5.00 dollars in delivery for every $1 they spend on vaccines themselves.
Read MoreNGO Forum South Sudan: Urgent need to tackle a deteriorating humanitarian catastrophe in South Sudan
Amidst a backdrop of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the humanitarian crisis in South Sudan is reaching devastating new levels with over 8.3 million people now in need of urgent humanitarian assistance and humanitarian agencies struggling to meet lifesaving needs.
Read MoreCARE Report Reveals UN and Wealthy Nations’ Lack of Funding for Women in Emergencies
CARE report appraises top government donors and UN agencies on financing women’s rights and women-led organizations in countries experiencing humanitarian crises and ensuring participation in leadership.
Read MoreCARE Canada Statement: Increased Canadian funding for COVID-19 vaccine equity
CARE Canada applauds today’s announcement by the federal government of an additional $75 million to support the COVID-19 ACT-Accelerator.
Read MoreCARE Canada Statement: Canada drawing on COVAX supply of COVID-19 vaccines
We must demonstrate global solidarity and leadership in supporting access to vaccines and treatment for low- and middle-income countries, in alignment with our values and commitments to the Sustainable Development Goals.
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