Updates on the Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan
Young Girl in Afghanistan in 2018. Photo by Omer Khan
18 million people, and counting, need aid as the humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate rapidly amid growing instability.
Decades of war, recurrent natural disasters, chronic poverty, drought, and the COVID-19 pandemic have left 18.4 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. The recent escalation in conflict and resulting upheaval have exacerbated needs and further complicated an extremely challenging operational context.
3.5 million people have been displaced due to conflict and insecurity with nearly 700,000 uprooted this year alone, 80% being women and children. The country’s healthcare system is failing and the economy is on the brink of collapse. The rights of women and girls, and minorities, are also seriously under threat.
"I’ve never before seen a crisis unfold at this pace and scale."
“Afghanistan is on borrowed time. We are witnessing a new depth of destitution as the drought and the economic crisis drives up food and fuel prices,” said Ms. McGroarty stressing that families desperately need support as the colder weather approaches.
Relief Without Borders –
During this devastating time, we have aid distribution teams on the ground in Afghanistan to provide displaced families with food, water, and shelter. Your donation will support these efforts.
As Afghan refugees settle across the U.S. we have established an Amazon wishlist with basic necessities that will be sent to those in need. Donate items directly on Amazon here.
Sources
To read more about the current climate in Afghanistan, visit UN News.
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