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An HI deminer during a demining operation. Much of the farmland around Raqqa is contaminated by explosive devices. ; }}

Demining in complex and dangerous environments, the example of Syria 11/05/23

In Raqqa, HI has been conducting underwater operations to locate, identify and remove explosive weapons. Thanks to these operations, the inhabitants now have access to drinking water again.

  • Syria
Justiniano holds a coffee plant in his hand and smiles.; }}

Growing coffee on land free of mines 11/05/23

It took 10 years for Justiniano, a farmer in Colombia, to feel safe when walking on and cultivating his land. Thanks to HI’s demining operations, his plantation is now flourishing.

  • Colombia
In a full classroom, Yao leans over a child to help him.; }}

I am very happy to contribute to the educational success of children with disabilities 28/04/23

Yao Gbledjo is an itinerant teacher in northern Togo. His job is to accompany children with hearing or intellectual disabilities so they can follow a school curriculum.

  • Togo
Daïsane enjoys a citizenship class led by Mrs Agnès at Lemba inclusive school.; }}

A wheelchair that makes all the difference 27/04/23

Daïsane was born with clubfoot. Supplied with a specially adapted wheelchair by HI, she can now move around on her own and play with her classmates at break time

  • Democratic Republic of Congo
Ibtisam, Aicha and Hoda, three group user representatives of the Mousawat rehabilitation centre.; }}

In Lebanon: Aicha, Hoda and Ibtisam help the most vulnerable populations. 26/04/23

Aicha, Hoda and Ibtisam are three of the twelve group user representatives at the Mousawat rehabilitation centre in Central Beqaa - Lebanon.

  • Lebanon
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2015-2023: 8 years on, what has become of Sandesh who lost both legs in the earthquake? 25/04/23

Sandesh was only a teenager when he lost both of his legs in the earthquake that hit Nepal in 2015. Since then, HI teams have been supporting him as he rebuilds his life.

  • Nepal
Kadia (left), watering her garden with another farmer (right).; }}

In the Sahel, HI is helping women farmers cope with climate change 21/04/23

In Mali, drought and conflict are ravaging the region and threatening the population’s food security. HI is helping women farmers to improve their harvests.

  • Mali
Five women in a semi-circle sitting on a mat smile and laugh. ; }}

In Mali, HI helps poor households to meet their own needs 20/04/23

In Mali, drought and conflict are ravaging the region and threatening the population’s food security. In Léré, HI is supporting poor households to gain financial independence.

  • Mali
Beneficiaries of the agricultural support projects in Dibaya, DRC, September 2022 ; }}

Cultivating a better future: benefits for the whole community 19/04/23

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the determination of Muamba Nkinda Jean Pierre and the support of HI are the perfect combination for this community facing a food crisis.

  • Democratic Republic of Congo
Old and broken devices (here : prosthetic devices) different sizes put into a wall of the Kampong Cham rehabilitation centre.; }}

At Kampong Cham, HI is changing lives through rehabilitation 18/04/23

Prosthetic and orthotic devices, wheelchairs, physical and functional therapy… Every year, HI provides rehabilitation services to more than 1,500 beneficiaries at the Kampong Cham centre.

  • Cambodia
Ambika, Prosthetist and Orthotist is fitting Prabin, with a new prosthesis.; }}

Prabin receives his new prosthesis 13/04/23

Prabin, 6, lives in southeastern Nepal with his parents. Born without the lower part of his right leg, his prosthesis has changed his life. But he’s growing fast and it’s time for it to be replaced!

  • Nepal
Ambika, Prosthetist and Orthotist working with HI’s local partner organization in Népal.; }}

"It is really inspiring to see the kids I help go to school and become successful" 12/04/23

Ambika Sharma has been working as a Prosthetist and Orthotist for more than 10 years. We recently sat down with Ambika to see what life is like as a P&O in Nepal.

  • Nepal
Portrait of Elisabeth, sitting in front of demining posters and smiling at the camera.; }}

Elisabeth, an essential link between HI’s deminers and the population 05/04/23

Elisabeth, community liaison agent, intervenes before, during and after the work of the demining teams. Her role is essential to ensuring the security of operations and the trust of the community.

  • Senegal
Ali underwent a surgery at the thigh level and has a state of fear and low self-esteem. A psychological support activity was implemented to reduce fear and enhance self-confidence.; }}

“We are here to listen to people” 03/04/23

What is psychological first aid? How do you approach someone in distress? How do you help them? Habib (nickname), a member of HI’s psychosocial support team, shares his experience.

  • Syria
Photo showing Wiliany, leaning on her walking frame and smiling.; }}

With HI’s support, Wiliany’s autonomy is improving 31/03/23

Wiliany is a young Venezuelan girl living with a motor impairment. She is attending physical therapy sessions and HI has provided her with a new walking frame to help her get around her neighbourhood.

  • Venezuela

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