7.7 Earthquake: ADRA Mobilizes Emergency Response Following Massive Destruction in Myanmar and Thailand
SILVER SPRING, MD (March 31, 2025) – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is responding to the aftermath of a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday, March 28, at approximately 12:50 local time. The earthquake’s epicenter was located near the city of Sagaing, in central Myanmar, affecting multiple regions, including Mandalay, […]
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 […]
Four Earthquake, Four Days, Three Countries
Four strong earthquakes in four days have shaken Myanmar, Japan, and Ecuador. Myanmar The first earthquake was a reported 6.9 magnitude in the country of Myanmar on Wednesday. Thankfully, no major damage has been reported and there were no casualties. Japan Japan saw back to back shakes–a 6.4 magnitude on Thursday, now being call a […]
ADRA Responds to Flooding in Myanmar
ADRA Myanmar staff gets creative to reach flood victims SILVER SPRING, Md.—Severe flooding in Myanmar from a heavy monsoon season and Cyclone Komen have affected more than 1 million people, with waters taking lives, inundating homes and businesses and destroying livelihoods since July. ADRA has already distributed food kits to 400 families by employing creative […]
Training for Myanmar Refugees
Thailand: ADRA Offers Vocational Training to Myanmar Refugees SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is helping improve the quality of life for thousands of Myanmar refugees residing in camps in Thailand along the Thai-Myanmar border. Through vocational training, ADRA is cultivating self-reliance and sustainability within seven refugee communities, helping to […]
