CARE International challenged global leaders to commit long-term, predictable funding mechanisms for the protection of women from gender-based violence and abuse during crises and conflicts.
Emergency Response
Yemen: ‘An airstrike almost on my doorstep’
‘This morning, peace was shattered as 19 airstrikes tore through the city. It was terrifying and my hands are still shaking as I write this.’
Thousands have nowhere to seek refuge as violence in Syria’s Idlib intensifies
CARE International is extremely alarmed by the recent escalation of violence in northwestern Syria, including in areas in and around the demilitarized zone.
Women’s and girls’ rights and agency in humanitarian action: A life-saving priority
A joint position paper endorsed by more than 40 international agencies and women’s rights organizations.
Disaster preparedness saves lives in Malawi
Despite the massive destruction of property, no one in Jina’s village died from Cylone Idai’s flooding, which has killed at least 60 people in other parts of Malawi. The community was prepared.
NGOs and women’s rights organizations call on G7 Foreign Ministers to protect women in crisis
More than 30 leading international agencies and women’s rights organizations are calling on G7 Foreign Ministers to act to uphold the rights of women and girls in emergencies.
Cyclone Idai: Government of Canada to match donations to Humanitarian Coalition
CARE Canada joins the Humanitarian Coalition and its member agencies to welcome the Government of Canada’s decision to match donations by Canadians in response to the devastation caused by Cyclone Idai in Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe.
Equality for all: Thoughts from CARE’s gender advisor
As CARE Canada’s senior gender advisor, I have a keen interest in ending inequality. Throughout my career, I have listened to and focused on working together with women around the world to amplify their voices and ensure they have a seat at the table.
The Humanitarian Coalition delivers aid to survivors of Cyclone Idai
As the scope of the devastation brought on by Cyclone Idai continues to unfold in Southern Africa, Canadian aid agencies are working together to rush emergency assistance to survivors.