Sam Mednick
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Violence soars in a corner of DRC that donors seem to have 'forgotten'
over 3 years ago // Conflict
Since November violence has resurged in Djugu territory in central Ituri, displacing tens of thousands of people and fueling a dire humanitarian crisis that’s been met with an inadequate humanitarian response, aid workers and locals said.
Inside one of the last emergency clinics in eastern Ukraine
over 3 years ago // Ukraine
Paramedics, like Olga Bashey, travel between hospitals on the front lines trying to save as many lives as they can as Russia's assault on Ukraine continues.
People with disabilities left behind during the war in Ukraine
over 3 years ago // Ukraine
A disconnect between people with disabilities and organizations that can provide assistance, gaps in information, and a lack of resources have made it harder for them to seek safety, evacuate their homes, and get medical care.
Ukraine farmers on the front lines of a war fueling global food crisis
over 3 years ago // Ukraine
The war in Ukraine has created an unprecedented global food crisis with farmers unable to cultivate or move their grains out of the country — and hunger also growing domestically.
Jihadi violence is pushing more people to starvation in Burkina Faso
over 3 years ago // Food Systems
Burkina Faso is facing its hungriest year since violence linked to al-Qaida and the Islamic State Group began ravaging the country six years ago, according to the U.N.
What aid groups need to consider when distributing cash aid in Ukraine
almost 4 years ago // Ukraine
Aid groups have begun distributing cash aid in Ukraine and while it is being peddled as the most effective response, aid workers said the conflict’s volatility and market unpredictability mean it might not be the best solution for everyone.
Attacks on religious freedoms and human rights abuses soar in Ukraine
almost 4 years ago // Ukraine
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine enters its second month, attacks on religious freedoms as well as human rights abuses are escalating, with accusations that soldiers are committing war crimes.
Pregnant women struggle to access medical care on Ukraine's front lines
almost 4 years ago // Ukraine
One month into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, access to medical care is becoming increasingly cut off — with pregnant people particularly at risk.
Is it time to redefine an ‘unsustainable’ aid system in South Sudan?
about 4 years ago // Foreign Aid
As needs increase, funds are cut and donor fatigue sets in, there’s concern among the humanitarian community that the current model of assistance is not sustainable and could potentially be creating unintended negative consequences for the population of South Sudan.
Can development help stop child soldier recruitment in Burkina Faso?
over 4 years ago // Sahel Crisis
Poverty, lack of education, and unemployment are driving the youth in Burkina Faso into joining armed groups. The solution requires more than preventive messaging.