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Extreme geographies. Extreme climate challenges. Extreme crises.

We’re a charity that’s determined to end extreme poverty – whatever it takes.

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Introducing Abdul Ghaffar, our dedicated Programme Director for Concern in Yemen. Abdul has been with Concern for over 13 years in many fragile contexts. Today we shine a light on Abdul's journey towards becoming a humanitarian. #WorldHumanitarianDay #HumanitarianWeek #Yemen

Introducing Abdul Ghaffar, our dedicated Programme Director for Concern in Yemen. 

Abdul has been with Concern for over 13 years in many fragile contexts. Today we shine a light on Abdul's journey towards becoming a humanitarian. 

#WorldHumanitarianDay #HumanitarianWeek #Yemen
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280 humanitarian workers lost their lives last year, more than double the number reportedly killed in 2022. The world is failing humanitarian workers and the people they support with 2024 on course to be the deadliest year on record ⤵️ concern.org.uk/news/world-fai…

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The King has praised the UK public for their “remarkable generosity” this #WorldHumanitarianDay. Charles asked the DEC for an update, which included Concerm's work in Türkiye and Syria 👇 bit.ly/3YLyBHd

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⚠️ Today, 5.5 million Haitians require humanitarian assistance ❗ One question we’re frequently asked is how we manage to work in #Haiti. Our Country Director in Haiti, Kwanli Kladstrup, reflects on our work 👇 concern.org.uk/news/respondin…

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Meet Thomas Mayeun, our Project Manager in #SouthSudan. "I was a refugee in northern Kenya. As I was growing up and throughout my studies, I had that feeling in my heart that what I had gone through, I really don't want another human being to go through." #Humanitarian 👇

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Children across the UK are heading back to #school in the coming weeks. However, 250 million children around the world will be left out of the classroom. Here are 10 of the biggest problems facing #education around the world ⤵️ concern.org.uk/news/problems-…

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📣 We’ve got exciting news 🎉 Our brand-new Weekly Lottery is here! For just £1 per entry, you'll have the chance to win up to £10,000, all while making an incredible difference in the fight to end extreme poverty. 18+ to enter. T&Cs apply. Play now: bit.ly/3WQrASO

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When the conflict broke out in #Ukraine, many families made the difficult journey with their beloved dogs to leave home. We’re dedicated to supporting Ukrainians through emergency programming and early economic recovery, ensuring they find safety and hope together. #WorldDogDay

When the conflict broke out in #Ukraine, many families made the difficult journey with their beloved dogs to leave home.

We’re dedicated to supporting Ukrainians through emergency programming and early economic recovery, ensuring they find safety and hope together.

#WorldDogDay
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The fighting continues and the hunger deepens in #Sudan. The Sudanese people hope that, unlike previous civil wars that lasted years, this one can be brought to a swift and peaceful conclusion. Read the full story below ⤵️ bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

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The situation in #Bangladesh is disastrous with most streets and roads submerged. People are stranded and lack drinking water. We're working with our local partner in Nohakhali to reach communities. Concern Worldwide Bangladesh's Programme Manager Mossiur Rahman explains more 👇

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Reflecting on 2 years since the DEC #PakistanFloodsAppeal and the incredible £50m raised to support those affected. Your generosity is making a difference - thank you! 🙌

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Millions of people in #Bangladesh have been affected by extreme monsoon rains. We will ramp up our response with: 🍚 Food and nutrition support 🛠️ Repairing damaged homes 🤝 Helping restart livelihoods Follow Concern Worldwide Bangladesh for local updates.

Millions of people in #Bangladesh have been affected by extreme monsoon rains. 

We will ramp up our response with:
🍚 Food and nutrition support
🛠️ Repairing damaged homes 
🤝 Helping restart livelihoods

Follow <a href="/BdConcern/">Concern Worldwide Bangladesh</a> for local updates.
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A huge congratulations to Afghan taekwondo para-athlete Zakia Khudadadi, who makes history with the first medal for the #Refugee Paralympic Team 🥉 #Paris2024 Paralympic Games bit.ly/3yZhkzI

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The worst monsoon rains in years have hit both #Bangladesh and #Pakistan in recent weeks, with hundreds of lives lost and millions of people left stranded and in desperate need of help 👇 concern.org.uk/news/millions-…

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Following the devastating floods in #Pakistan, Concern, with support from @FCDOGovUk is providing safe drinking water to 100 residents in Balochistan by installing water tanks to displaced people. This activity will continue for one month with an extension in 30 villages.

Following the devastating floods in #Pakistan, Concern, with support from @FCDOGovUk is providing safe drinking water to 100 residents in Balochistan by installing water tanks to displaced people.

This activity will continue for one month with an extension in 30 villages.
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Between 2019 and 2022, nearly 40% of countries – home to more than 1 billion women and girls – stagnated or declined on #GenderEquality. Read more about the new SDG Gender Index that was published today 👇 theguardian.com/global-develop…

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Join us in welcoming our new UK Executive Director, Sayyeda Salam! With an array of experience across fundraising, partnerships, philanthropy, and more, we're excited for Sayyeda's journey with Concern Worldwide. Here's to making a difference! bit.ly/3AO5xF0

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Do you know what the Global Gender Gap Index (GGGI) is? The annual report produced by World Economic Forum measures gender-based gaps in access to resources and opportunities in countries around the world. Learn more about GGGI 👇 concern.org.uk/news/explained…