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Following the floods in Nepal, HI is deploying an inclusive response 09/01/26

Six days after the devastating floods in Nepal, the situation remains dire. HI is on the ground, working with survivors of the disaster to identify needs and provide an inclusive response.

  • Nepal

Floods and mudslides in Nepal: HI launches an emergency response to help those affected 08/27/26

On August 26 a flood of ice and mud devastated northern Nepal. HI is preparing a response to the emergency focusing on rehabilitation, mental health support and the distribution of essential supplies.

  • Nepal

Elacides, a mine survivor who became a role model in his community 08/21/26

At 29, Elacides works tirelessly every day to spread a message of hope and inclusion within his community and beyond. This is the story of a young man who has never given up.

  • Colombia

Being a mother of a child with disabilities in Syria 08/19/26

Raifa, talks about her son, Hadi, 8, and the difficulties she faces in accessing healthcare services for his disability in a post-conflict country.

  • Syria

People trapped by explosive ordnance in Yemen 08/19/26

Since August 2025, HI has cleared 58 sites and made safe 119 pieces of explosive ordnance — mortars, rockets, and air bombs among them — along Yemen's heavily contaminated west coast.

  • Yemen

Fighting child malnutrition in Afghanistan 08/19/26

HI has provided stimulation therapy to over 700 toddlers to combat developmental delays caused by malnutrition.

  • Afghanistan

Earthquakes in Venezuela: "The consequences will last more than ten years" 08/19/26

More than a month after the earthquakes, the needs of those affected are changing and becoming a part of their daily lives. Following its emergency response, HI is now implementing long-term support.

  • Venezuela

Shepherds are often the first victims of landmines in Syria 08/19/26

In the countryside of Deir Ezzor, grazing your sheep can be deadly, as landmines are everywhere and spare no one. Mohammad, 20, tells his story.

  • Syria

Spend a week with a prosthetist in Syria 08/19/26

On the occasion of World Humanitarian Day, to honor aid workers, Prosthetist and Orthotist in Syria, Yeti, tells us about his work and daily life in the country:

  • Syria

In Mozambique, Juliana Carlito regains her mobility thanks to rehabilitation 08/05/26

Juliana Carlito, who has a physical disability, was struggling to get around and attend school. Thanks to support from HI, she has regained her independence and can look to the future with confidence.

  • Mozambique

Injured by a mine, Khaled was unable to work and feed his family 08/05/26

Yemen is a poor country. Most people live off the land. When they become victims of landmines, like Khaled did, their lives are turned upside down.

  • Yemen

Education for all: Rogette’s journey towards inclusion 08/04/26

At twelve years old, Rogette is a shy and endearing young girl. She now lives in Ziguinchor so that she can study at a special school for children who are deaf.

  • Senegal

Senegal: With Dieynaba, students who are deaf find their place at school 08/04/26

In Ziguinchor, Dieynaba Coly, a teaching assistant, supports students who are deaf. Thanks to her support, they are able to follow lessons, make progress, and thrive both at school and at home.

  • Senegal

Education in crisis: is the world abandoning its children? 07/29/26

The latest report from Education Cannot Wait, Global Estimates 2026, paints a bleak picture of the future facing crisis-affected children, especially those with disabilities.

  • International

Meet Schumen Kamalu, a driver in the DRC 07/29/26

Schumen Kamalu works as a driver for HI, a profession still widely regarded as a man’s job. For her, driving is much more than just a job; it is a genuine passion and a source of pride.

  • Democratic Republic of Congo

 

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