What do you think of when you hear Iraq? Desert, heat and dust? Believe it or not, there is a lot more to Iraq. Join us as we explore the most interesting facts of this Middle Eastern country.
Did you know that women make up over 40% of the half of a million humanitarian workers who provide frontline care during emergencies, wars and disasters? There are many reasons why it is essential to acknowledge the work women do in humanitarian aid, from providing emotional support to empowering young girls. Let us show you how women impact the humanitarian field.
Subsistence farming is one of the main agricultural activities in Zambia. Despite its importance for many families, many farmers still face several challenges. From limited access to quality seeds and fertilisers to inadequate irrigation infrastructure, small-scale farmers struggle. Like many others, Loveness, a 50-year-old widow in the Meheba refugee settlement, faced these challenges to expand her farm. Thanks to our support, Loveness now successfully runs her farming business.
Humanitarian workers are crucial in dealing with a wide range of crises around the world, whether it is fires, earthquakes, floods or wars and conflicts. Their work ensures that aid reaches those most in need. Did you know that the vast majority of aid workers are local people? Or that humanitarian work involves a lot of desk time? Read about other interesting aspects of the profession.
Thinking of taking a trip to Africa? Explore the mysteries of beautiful Zambia, which, in addition to the famous Victoria Falls, also offers vast wetlands on the Zambezi River, interesting history and a Czech footprint left by Emil Holub in this sub-Saharan country.