The long-standing stereotype of Canada as a cold country is melting away more quickly than many would have thought.
On Thursday, May 29, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announced a 30-day province-wide state of emergency as 17,000 people were forced to flee from their homes. The fires were precipitated by dry, hot conditions throughout the province – the forested areas, a tinderbox waiting to ignite. Homes, cherished memories, and even lives are at risk.
The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen is continuing to worsen. Families across the nation of 17.1 million people are facing devastating levels of hunger. Among them, 2.3 million children under five are suffering from severe malnutrition and are in dire need of help.
As conflict surged across Syria and southern Lebanon in late 2024, families already living on the edge were pushed into deeper crisis. Over 100,000 people were newly displaced in Syria following a dramatic shift in power, while 74,000 fled violence in southern Lebanon—many crossing borders in search of safety.
In the heart of Northern Thailand, where poverty and inequality still cast long shadows, the Keep Girls Safe (KGS) shelter stands as a beacon of hope. Thanks to generous donations, girls at risk of exploitation and neglect are finding safety, opportunity, and a chance to reclaim their future.
The long-standing stereotype of Canada as a cold country is melting away more quickly than many would have thought.
On Thursday, May 29, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announced a 30-day province-wide state of emergency as 17,000 people were forced to flee from their homes. The fires were precipitated by dry, hot conditions throughout the province – the forested areas, a tinderbox waiting to ignite. Homes, cherished memories, and even lives are at risk.
When a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28 of this year, ADRA was quick to act – thanks to the strength of our network, our partnerships, and our supporters.
Support from generous donors has helped over 20,000 vulnerable migrants and refugees travelling on foot from Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, and Mexico.
In the border regions of Thailand, young women face heightened risks of violence and danger. Since their 2004 launch, the Keep Girls Safe Project empowers schools and communities to combat human trafficking, child exploitation, and abuse.
Maria Gorodova, a dedicated psychologist at ADRA Ukraine, is making a significant impact on the lives of children and adults in Bucha City of the Kyiv Region.
The devastating earthquakes that struck Syria and Türkiye in February 2023 left a lasting impact on the communities in Aleppo and Latakia.
