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Two women wearing HI jackets are chatting to a third woman who has her arm slung across her shoulder.

In Venezuela, HI is supporting people affected by the earthquakes 07/22/26

HI’s teams are continuing to support those affected by the disaster: through rehabilitation, mental health support, and the provision of essential supplies, help is being provided to those in need.

Venezuela

Aesha during a rehabilitation session with HI specialist to strenghten her back

Fatima, a mother of a child with disabilities in war-torn Syria 07/22/26

Aesha was born with cerebral palsy. Very few facilities are adapted to support a child with disabilities in Syria, her mother Fatima explains.

Syria

Abul Kalam receiving home-based rehabilitation services from HI's rehabilitation officer

Bangladesh: After Losing a Leg to a Landmine, Hope Returns 07/14/26

After losing his leg to a landmine while fleeing Myanmar, Rohingya refugee Md. Abul Kalam rebuilt his life in Bangladesh with comprehensive rehabilitation from Humanity & Inclusion, regaining mobility, confidence, and independence.

Bangladesh

Two women are sitting with their backs to the camera on chairs; one is wearing an HI jacket. Around them are tents, cardboard boxes, scattered belongings, and people chatting.

Venezuela: following the earthquakes, HI is providing care for the injured 07/13/26

Many people were injured in the earthquakes that struck Venezuela at the end of June. HI is providing them with emergency rehabilitation care.

Venezuela

A woman is standing with her back to the camera in front of a completely destroyed building.

Responding to an emergency when you are affected: Yohanna shares her story from Caracas 07/07/26

Yohanna Talloli, an Inclusive Humanitarian Action Specialist at HI, reflects on the earthquakes that have plunged her country into mourning and their devastating consequences.

Venezuela

A woman stands with her back to the camera on a dirt road surrounded by building rubble. She is looking to her left at two abandoned wheelchairs.

Venezuela emergency: assessing needs to deliver an effective and inclusive response 07/06/26

In Venezuela, HI is on the ground coordinating an inclusive humanitarian response to ensure that everyone receives the support they need.

Venezuela

A man and a little girl are standing in front of a blackboard in a classroom. They are holding a stick together and pointing it at part of the lesson written on the blackboard.

Fatima and Djoua: a relationship built on trust at school 06/30/26

To overcome the difficulties she faces at school, Fatima can count on Djoua Kalimoudou, an itinerant teacher, who helps her understand and learn her lessons.

Togo

A person is sitting at a table in a rehabilitation room. Another person, wearing gloves, is holding and examining the first person’s hand and wrist. Therapy equipment can be seen on shelves in the background.

Ihor learns how to care for his amputated arm 06/30/26

Ihor Lashyn lost his arm in a shelling. HI provided him with rehabilitation to help manage pain and exercise safely.

Ukraine

Six years without a prothesis, then Ali met with HI 06/28/26

It can be very difficult for amputees like Ali to find medical assistance in war-torn Yemen. HI is there for them.

Yemen

In the foreground, a woman, seen from behind, is holding a child in her arms; the child is staring intently at the camera. Behind them, collapsed buildings can be seen.

Venezuela: emergency response underway following two deadly earthquakes 06/26/26

Two powerful earthquakes have struck Venezuela, causing extensive damage. On the ground, HI teams are responding to the emergency.

Venezuela

Landmines are a daily danger in Yemen 06/25/26

56-year-old Saif had his right leg torn apart by a landmine. HI supports him to walk again.

Yemen

A man and a woman are sitting side by side on a sofa in an indoor setting. Both are facing the camera. The woman is wearing a dark top with a front closure, and the man is wearing a long-sleeved sweater with contrasting stripes. The sofa is covered with cushions, some of which feature various patterns or textures. To the right of the image, a small long-haired dog is lying on a surface near the sofa. Next to the dog, a cell phone lies flat on the floor. In the background, a wall covered in wavy-patterned wallpaper spans the entire width of the image. The lighting is indoor and even, highlighting the faces and objects visible in the foreground.

Anatolii recovers from injuries with HI 06/24/26

Anatolii was an athlete who competed internationally for Ukraine. After a drone strike in Kherson, walking is a daily ordeal.

Ukraine

Four children in school uniforms are walking hand in hand. The boy on the left in the photo is wearing an orthopedic shoe and using a crutch.

Working towards education for all children in Rwanda 06/24/26

A consortium of organizations is working to combat school dropout in Rwanda’s primary education system. HI focuses on supporting children with disabilities.

Rwanda

A woman is sitting on a bed in a room with walls covered in light-colored wood paneling. She is wearing a pink long-sleeved top with a high collar and is holding a black-and-white cat in her arms, resting on her lap. The cat has long fur, white paws, and a bushy tail. The bed is covered with sheets and blankets in various patterns, with colorful pillows arranged against the headboard.

Lidiya’s fight to reclaim her life amid war 06/24/26

When a drone attack destroyed her house in Kharkiv. Lidiya, 77, was badly injured. With HI, she regained her ability to move.

Ukraine

Close-up photo of a pupil smiling and waving with her hands clasped together. Behind her, other pupils can be seen in a classroom.

Meet Sokchea: determined to overcome every challenge 06/20/26

Sokchea is a teenager with cerebral palsy. As a courageous young girl who is supported by her family and friends, she has fought hard to walk and go to school.

Cambodia

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