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Handicap International condemns the recent use of antipersonnel mines in Myanmar 25/09/17
Press release | London, 23rd September 2017, 18:00 GMT
- Bangladesh
- Myanmar
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Together, let’s say “STOP” to bombing civilians 21/09/17
Press release | London, 21st September 2017 09:00 GMT
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Ending the bombing of civilians: The political process 20/09/17
Anne Héry, Humanity & Inclusion's Head of Advocacy, sheds light on the organisation’s efforts to end the use of explosive weapons in populated areas and its choice of political process to achieve this aim.
- United Kingdom
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Bombing populated areas: devastating impact on infrastructure 20/09/17
The bombing of populated areas has become a familiar feature of present-day conflicts. Not only does it kill and maim civilians, it also destroys vital public infrastructure such as bridges, ports, and hospitals. Anne Héry, head of advocacy at Humanity & Inclusion, explains how the use of explosive weapons in populated areas impacts civilian life.
- International
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Neymar Jr. says it’s time to “stop” and joins Handicap International campaign to #StopBombingCivilians 17/09/17
Press release | London, 17th September 2017 09:00 GMT
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Bangladesh: Handicap International steps up efforts in aid of Rohingya 15/09/17
Some 400,000 Rohingya have fled to Bangladesh from neighbouring Myanmar since the end of August 2017. Handicap International is responding to this emergency by supplying aid to families with acute needs.
- Bangladesh
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Explosive weapons: The horrific impact on civilians 14/09/17
The use of explosive weapons in populated areas is tragically commonplace in modern day conflicts such as Syria, Iraq, Yemen, and Afghanistan. A shocking 92% of the casualties are civilians. Here are just some of the ways that bombing impacts civilians.
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As the world’s largest arms fair takes place in London, we must not forget the impact of explosive weapons on civilians 14/09/17
Aleema Shivji, Executive Director of Handicap International UK, provides a timely reminder of the appalling impact of explosive weapons.
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Hurricane Irma in Haiti: No let-up in support for the most vulnerable people 13/09/17
Hurricane Irma caused extensive damage in the Caribbean and along the US coast, leaving a trail of victims in its wake. Wind and rain has caused extensive damage in the northeast of Haiti but, despite fears of a disaster, the country has escaped the worst of the storm. Nevertheless, Handicap International remains committed to helping the most vulnerable families, who are more likely to be affected during disasters.
- Haiti
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Refugee crisis in South Sudan: one of the most alarming humanitarian situations in the world 13/09/17
Press release | London, 12th September 2017, 09:00 GMT
- South Sudan
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Haiti: Assessing the needs of the most vulnerable people 08/09/17
As Hurricane Irma heads towards Cuba, the situation in northern Haiti appears to be less critical than previously feared. Depending on the results of initial rapid assessments, Handicap International may deploy a team tomorrow to meet with the most vulnerable individuals.
- Haiti
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Hurricane Irma: Handicap International extremely concerned for the most vulnerable people in Haiti 07/09/17
Press release | London, 7th September 2017, 22:00 GMT
- Haiti
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Haiti: Helping isolated families prepare for disasters 07/09/17
Although regularly hit by natural disasters, Haiti’s population remains highly vulnerable due to the country’s frail infrastructure and ill-equipped emergency services. In recent years, Handicap International’s disaster risk prevention projects have been working to help the most isolated people protect themselves.
- Haiti
