Emergency Distribution Underway in Macedonia Following Flooding
This distribution will begin by targeting 1,000 people with the most need, but will hopefully expand as more resources are available. There is still a strong need for clothing and ADRA Macedonia will continue to source material donations.
ADRA Responding to Earthquake in Peru
The earthquake struck on August 14, affecting close to 2,000 families. 1,074 houses are inhabitable and close to 400 have completely collapsed.
ADRA’s Response in South Sudan Continues
Each food pack includes complete rations of 25 kg (55 lb) of rice, 5 kg (11 lb) of beans, 3 liters of oil, and 250 mg of salt.
3,000 Sheltering at Adventist Compound and Receiving Care from ADRA
The number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) taking refuge at the compound doubled from the original 1,500 people and grows to around 5,000 at night.
1,500 Take Refuge on Seventh-day Adventist Compound in South Sudan
Most of the IDPs are women, children, and elderly from the surrounding community. The church building, school classrooms, and even covered verandas are full to capacity, and heavy rains have added further concerns, but continued violence means a likely increase in the number of people seeking safety
Jordan: Iraqians Story on How he Joins ADRA’s Cause to Help Those in Need
“There was no electricity and no water. I go out and see dead people, I see bombs. I was in school when a bomb fell nearby, and blew out the windows of the school. It takes you a few seconds to realize what is happening.
Greece: How ADRA is One of the First NGO’s to Respond and Help Refugees
When Europe started closing its borders and refugees entering Greece became stranded, many of them congregated in Idomeni.
Serbia: How ADRA and Translators were Able to Assist One Another
Lina, 25, is Serbian-Syrian, born in Serbia to a Serbian mother and Syrian father
ADRA Honduras Seeing Success in Zika Prevention
ADRA Honduras is actively working in communities where the Zika and Chikungunya viruses have infected thousands.
ADRA Responds to Flooding in Uruguay
Around the same time that a tornado was causing extensive damage in the country, extensive flooding was also being reported in Uruguay