The Good Hygiene Jingle
Before eating Before cooking Before giving food to the child Wash your hands! It is not uncommon for Balilo Pedro Papy to hear those lyrics on the air while working in communities in the Kitangua health zone of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). After going to the latrine, Mom washes her hands After changing […]
UKRAINE: ADRA’s Unwavering Commitment to Healing Communities Despite Two Years of Conflict
SILVER SPRING, MD (February 23, 2024) –The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) continues humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, two years after the armed conflict erupted. ADRA has been at the forefront in Ukraine and neighboring countries providing critical assistance to the most vulnerable populations affected by the hostilities, including food, shelter, psychological support, and medical care. […]
ADRA Aids Indian Communities to Recover from Cyclone Michaung, Torrential Rains, and Flooding
SILVER SPRING, MD (January 9, 2023) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) has mobilized emergency response teams to assist populations in India’s Southern Coastal region ravaged by Cyclone Michaung in December and subsequent heavy rains and flooding. Cyclone Michaung struck Andhra Pradesh on December 5, affecting approximately 4 million people, destroying homes, and flooding […]
2023 Global Refugee Forum: ADRA Aims for Solutions that Improve the Plight of Refugees
SILVER SPRING, MD (December 14, 2023) –Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) joins the 2023 Global Refugee Forum (GRF), taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, from December 13 to 15. The global event brings together governments, advocates, and international organizations representing refugees to address the challenges and establish tangible actions, as well as solutions that will enhance the […]
Morocco Earthquake: ADRA Intensifies Efforts to Assist Victims in Hardest Hit Areas
SILVER SPRING, MD (September 13, 2023) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) emergency response teams are on the ground in Morocco ready to deliver humanitarian relief to victims in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake and aftershocks that devastated the country, on September 8. The major quake, with a magnitude of 6.8 and a […]
Tropical Storm Julia: ADRA Helps Hundreds of Displaced Families in El Salvador and Colombia
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is escalating humanitarian recovery efforts in El Salvador and Colombia to assist hundreds of residents impacted by Tropical Storm Julia.
Take Precautions Following Hurricanes
SILVER SPRING, MD (September 30, 2022) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) stands with communities devastated by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona and urges them to take caution in the aftermath of the storms. ADRA advises storm victims to follow the safeguards recommended by emergency agencies such as FEMA.gov. If you must use candles, […]
ADRA Launches Emergency Operations to Help Victims in Pakistan
SILVER SPRING, MD (September 1, 2022) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is stepping up emergency efforts to assist the more than 33 million people impacted by the monsoon rains in Pakistan. The unprecedented heavy seasonal rainfall and consequent floods have killed more than 1000 residents including children and displaced millions of people in […]
Statement by ADRA President Michael Kruger on ADRA’s Humanitarian Response in Ukraine and Surrounding Regions
SILVER SPRING, MD (March 31, 2022) “Europe is facing a long-term massive humanitarian crisis. The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) has been on the ground since the conflict began on February 24 and has been serving communities in Ukraine and the surrounding region for the past 30 years. The demands for humanitarian assistance have […]
ADRA’s Response to the Ukrainian Crisis
The escalating conflict in Ukraine has quickly become a very serious humanitarian crisis. It is reported that close 2 million people have already fled Ukraine in search of safety. That astounding number continues to grow by the day, and we are likely to see around 4 million refugees in neighboring countries over the coming weeks. […]