ADRA Statement by President Michael Kruger on the Middle East crisis:
SILVER SPRING, MD (October 4, 2024) In light of the recent crisis in the Middle East, we want to express our deep concern for all those affected by this tragic situation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the individuals and families impacted by the turmoil, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to their safety […]
Statement by ADRA President Michael Kruger on the crisis in Gaza
SILVER SPRING, MD (May 3, 2024) The Adventist and Development Relief Agency (ADRA) continues to pray for peace and the protection of the millions of people impacted by the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Our hearts go out to those who have lost loved ones and are enduring unimaginable suffering. In the face of immense complexity, the […]
NETWORK STATEMENT | November ‘23
COP28 ADRA Network calls on holistic climate action and shares experience at COP28 in Dubai In the theater of our world’s history, 2023 emerges as a pivotal act in the climate action narrative. The impending GlobalStocktake is poised to affirm what we already understand: The time for decisive action is rapidly dwindling. This crisis has far-reaching consequences. […]
Statement by ADRA President Michael Kruger on World Refugee Crises
“Every action matters in the lives of refugees and other displaced people struggling to survive in the absence of basic necessities such as food, shelter, and safety. We cannot turn a blind eye or remain silent in the face of their anguish. World Refugee Day serves as a reminder that we must all work together […]
President Michael Kruger Reaffirms ADRA’s Commitment to Ukraine on the One-Year Anniversary of the Crisis
SILVER SPRING, MD (February 24, 2023) “Today is a somber anniversary at the end of a dark year, and we are praying for all those who have been affected by the conflict in Ukraine. We pray for those who have been separated from the people they love and the lives they know. We pray for […]
Statement by ADRA President Michael Kruger on the crisis in Türkiye and Syria
“It’s heartbreaking to witness the destruction in Syria and Turkiye, but ADRA feels blessed to be able to serve those who have been affected by this tragedy. Our team began distributing urgent aid in Syria on the first day, and our emergency response unit members are in place to meet the needs in Turkiye as […]
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 […]
Statement by ADRA President Michael Kruger on the People of Ukraine
SILVER SPRING, MD (February 25, 2022) The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) calls for peace and the protection of the millions of people impacted by the crisis in Ukraine. Join us in prayer for the safety and wellbeing of tens of thousands of children and families who are in harm’s way, are and will be […]
Statement: Abducted ADRA Workers Released in the Democratic Republic of Congo
SILVER SPRING, MD (November 4, 2020) – Two aid relief workers employed by the Adventist Development and Relief Agency, along with an unidentified person, were released on November 3 by anonymous captors in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The three were returning from the Mulongwe refugee camp in eastern DRC’s South Kivu province when they […]
Statement: ADRA Halts Operations in Bangladesh
The following statement is in response to a Dhaka Tribune story that was published alleging ADRA’s involvement with a recent anti-repatriation rally at a Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) in Bangladesh has suspended its operations in the country following an official notice from the Government of Bangladesh […]
