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Kevin Mackey

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Chief of Party - EMERGE Program

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EMERGE partners recently met to deepen their understanding of the targeting process and reflect on the systemic challenges of reaching the most vulnerable in complex environments. By setting the tone, fostering a culture of experience-sharing, and establishing mechanisms to

EMERGE partners recently met to deepen their understanding of the targeting process and reflect on the systemic challenges of reaching the most vulnerable in complex environments. By setting the tone, fostering a culture of experience-sharing, and establishing mechanisms to
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During the final Ultra-Poor Graduation (UPG) Learning Event, the EMERGE team and the government gained insights from the USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance-supported project. We uncovered key factors that empowered IDPs and vulnerable households to graduate from poverty, and identified sustainable

During the final Ultra-Poor Graduation (UPG) Learning Event, the EMERGE team and the government gained insights from the <a href="/USAIDSavesLives/">USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance</a>-supported project. We uncovered key factors that empowered IDPs and vulnerable households to graduate from poverty, and identified sustainable
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Our dedicated partners are diving deep into the essentials of service mapping, to enable the program understand the support structures that are in place, functional and accessible. This knowledge is crucial for enabling and sustaining graduation success. By grasping the

Our dedicated partners are diving deep into the essentials of service mapping, to enable the program understand the support structures that are in place, functional and accessible. This knowledge is crucial for enabling and sustaining graduation success. 

By grasping the
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Meet Mariam and her son, Ahmed, from Bayra village in Puntland. With support from WFP Somalia, we've been working alongside farmers like Mariam to build resilience through new farming techniques, drought-tolerant seeds, improved water infrastructure and sustainable agricultural

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In this critical season of limited resources, families in Somalia are facing growing challenges. At Barwaaqo Health Centre in Puntland, World Vision is working alongside WFP Somalia, UNICEF Somalia, World Health Organization (WHO), and the Ministry of Health to deliver an integrated package of care,

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At Buulo-bacley food distribution point in Puntland, Somalia, families displaced by conflict and drought are registering for cash assistance, but this is more than just a handout. With support from WFP Somalia, World Vision is helping mothers and families take the first steps

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I’m here in Luuq, where World Vision’s Nexus Accelerator Fund, supported by World Vision Canada is building on the EU-funded SomReP Riverine Project, and the transformation is real! Just 3 years ago, drought and damaged irrigation systems devastated farms. Today, thanks to

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In Luq, Somalia, I met Hindi, 4 months into tailoring training at the Nexus Accelerator Fund-supported TVET Centre. She's already sewing for her family and dreams of starting a business. This is the power of long-term investment in people. Thanks to our supporters

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Did you know one beehive can produce up to nine jugs of honey a year? With support from the Nexus Accelerator Fund, young farmers in Luq, Somalia, are learning modern beekeeping. They're harvesting queen bees, creating new hives, and producing honey that can earn families up to

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Yesterday, I had the privilege of joining the Ministry of Health- Somalia and our partners in Mogadishu to officially launch the #WorldBreastfeedingWeek2025 in Somalia. The theme, “Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems,” couldn’t be more timely. At World Vision, we

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Somali households are facing record #droughts and #floods. Some recover, but at what cost? SomReP's 2024 data shows why resilience needs a rethink. Watch #Resilience #Somalia #ClimateShocks #SomReP

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At the Kaalmo Mother Child Health Facility in Baidoa, funded by Development Canada and supported by World Vision Canada, the REACTS-IN Program is delivering critical care to mothers and children, right at the edge of conflict defence. With funding challenges, mobile teams grounded and

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Today #WorldHumanitarianDay2025, we honour the tireless efforts of our frontline humanitarians, like Mohamud Sigad, whose daily work brings hope and healing to vulnerable children in Somalia. Thanks to his dedication, children like Muhammad are recovering from severe

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I visited Midnimo health facility in Dhobley, Southern Somalia. We are working in partnership with the Ministry of Health to deliver multiple interventions, including health and nutrition, multipurpose cash transfer, disaster risk reduction and training. The SHIP program,

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I'm on the coast of the Gulf of Aden at a WFP Somalia and WV Somali food distribution point. As the dry conditions persist, families continue to arrive in search of #food and support. Together, we’re providing life-saving assistance and other nutritious foods. Just nearby, at

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With support from the WFP Somalia, our teams in Lugaya, on the Gulf of Aden, are empowering mothers through the Infant and Young Child Feeding Program. Mothers are gaining vital knowledge about locally available nutritious foods and how to prepare them for their families. This

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Here on the remote shores of the Gulf of Aden, in the community of Lughaya, World Vision continues to stand with #children and families in one of the hardest-to-reach areas in Somalia. With support from WFP Somalia and UNICEF Somalia, we’re delivering lifesaving #nutrition to

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At Jariban Health Centre, we’re seeing what true partnership can achieve. In one of Somalia’s most remote regions, where conflict, #climate and distance challenge access, WV Somali and WFP Somalia are delivering nutrition support to 2,200+ children. This builds on the Somalia

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I’m at Garowe TB Hospital in Puntland, where for over 20 years, WV Somali, the Ministry of Health, and the The Global Fund have delivered life-saving TB services. Health workers here support patients through challenges like malnutrition and treatment backsliding - key drivers of

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Let’s amplify this call. Somalia’s children cannot wait. Join us in advocating for urgent humanitarian support. #SomaliaDrought #WorldVision