Haya*, a United Nations staff member in #Afghanistan passionate about humanitarian work, strives to create positive change, advocating for women's and girls' contributions to society.

Here's her story of resilience and determination while navigating challenges. ⬇️

*Name has been changed

OCHA's latest update 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:

🔹The severe funding gap facing the 2024 Afghanistan Humanitarian Needs & Response Plan
🔹Afghanistan's ongoing struggle with climate change
🔹Challenges & potential solutions in Kabul's informal settlements ⬇️

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During #WorldImmunizationWeek , let's unite to raise awareness about the importance of vaccines & immunization to protect everyone in every corner of #Afghanistan . Together, we can shield communities from preventable diseases.

#EndPolio #HumanlyPossible

Health workers like Safiullah from Nangarhar province travel long distances every day to #vaccinate children. They show us that it is #HumanlyPossible to build a future where every child not only survives but thrives. #WorldImmunizationWeek

In the first three months of 2024, approximately 50% of people affected by natural disasters in #Afghanistan were in the Southern and Eastern regions of the country, according to data shared by OCHA Afghanistan.

Explore the climate impact data on HDX: data.humdata.org/dataset/afghan…

Join us in celebrating 10 years of #AHF 's impact in Afghanistan! Despite challenges, AHF assisted during disasters & transformed lives. Together, let's make a difference for Afghan women, men, & children.
Watch HC Indrika Ratwatte's message:⬇️

#AHF 10Years #DoNotForgetAfghanistan

Heavy #rains & #floods in recent days have struck communities across #Afghanistan . To date:
🔹1,590 families affected
🔹35 deaths, 47 injured
🔹930 homes damaged
🔹470+ livestock killed
More rain is expected in the coming days.

Read on: ⬇️
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What is #CCHF ? The Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever is a deadly disease transmitted from livestock to humans by ticks or bodily fluids.
Under the coordination of Ministry of Agriculture-Afghanistan, FAO undertook a nationwide campaign to contain CCHF. Read about it here: fao.org/afghanistan/ne…

#1/3 Reflecting on 2023: UN Results Report #Afghanistan : This report testifies to the resilience of Afghan people in face of multiple challenges & to the concerted assistance provided by the UN, partners & donors across all 34 provinces. Read report: bit.ly/4d19lkK

After decades in Pakistan, refugee returnee, father-of-4, Naqeeb Ullah, is starting anew in #Afghanistan .

He’s grateful for assistance from UNHCR, with support from CERF - The UN's emergency fund.

“This is important help. I hope our lives will be better.”

Recent heavy #rainfall & #floods across #Afghanistan have affected over 1,200 families, killing 32 people, injuring 44, and damaging & destroying nearly 1,000 houses & 63,000+ acres of land. OCHA & partners are assessing the impact & related needs and providing assistance.

“I cannot wait to overcome the challenges of girls’ education & women working in Afghanistan so I can continue to shine a light on our contributions to society & support those behind me.” - Nabila, an Afghan female journalist.

Read her inspiring story here: ⬇️

Afghan returnees coming back from Pakistan face the risk of explosive hazards. The dangers they encounter are real and alarming. Let us raise awareness and support efforts to ensure their safe return and resettlement.
#Afghanistan #MineAction #ProtectAndBuild

Central Afghanistan faces potential drought as rising temperatures disrupt precipitation patterns. A recent needs assessment highlights severe impacts on communities, incl dwindling resources & livestock losses with urgent action required to avert a crisis.

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#Myanmar : 2.8M people are displaced, including 157K people by renewed fighting in Rakhine.

#Afghanistan : Heavy rains damage farmland and homes.

#Philippines : Surge in whooping cough cases

Our latest update from Asia and the Pacific: bit.ly/3vE4pl6

Only 6% of the required $3.06 billion to fund #Afghanistan 's 2024 humanitarian appeal has been secured.

Humanitarian Coordinator Indrika Ratwatte urges the international community to redouble their commitment to the Afghan people and step up financial support.

Latest update ⬇️