The Crisis at a Glance Yemen remains one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises. Over a decade of conflict has left 19.5 million people in need of assistance in 2025, including 4.5 million internally displaced persons (IDPs). Poverty affects over 83% of the population, and...
The Syrian conflict has entered a new phase following the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad in December 2024, reshaping the political landscape and severely impacting the situation of displaced Syrians both within and outside the country. On November 27th, 2024, opposition forces launched an offensive, capturing...
According to the IOM, in the third quarter of 2024, 64,961 migrants and refugees embarked on perilous journeys to Europe via the Mediterranean routes and the West African Atlantic Route (WAAR). This highlights the urgent need for safe and legal migration pathways to prevent exploitation...
The Conference of the Parties (COP) is a key annual meeting that brings together nearly 200 countries to address climate change and implement strategies to meet global climate goals. These conferences are organised under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), an international...
Humanitarian aid workers dedicate their lives to helping others in some of the most dangerous and stressful environments in the world. Whether assisting in disaster zones, conflict areas, or refugee camps, these workers often face immense risks. Unfortunately, this very nature of their job with...
Immigration has become a central political issue in the UK, with significant debate surrounding the management of asylum seekers and the broader migrant population. The Conservative government, followed by Labour under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has adopted policies aimed at deterring illegal migration, particularly Channel...
Sudan has been grappling with a complex refugee crisis for decades. This humanitarian emergency stems from various factors, including internal conflicts, political instability, and regional unrest. A Legacy of Conflict: The Roots of Displacement Sudan's history is marked by periods of civil war and political turmoil. The...
For over a decade, Syria has been enduring a multifaceted humanitarian crisis, deeply impacting millions of lives. As we mark the 13th year since the crisis began, it's crucial to shed light on the ongoing challenges faced by Syrians, particularly in northwest Syria, and explore...
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a traditional harmful practice that involves the partial or total removal of external female genitalia or other injury to female genital organs for non-medical reasons (WHO). It is estimated that, in the countries where the practice is concentrated, more than 200 million...
The recently concluded COP28 agreement has ignited mixed reactions, hailed by some as historic and others viewing it as only a cautious stride towards addressing the climate crisis. At its core, the agreement marks the first-ever call by nations for a transition away from fossil...