Cologne/Mahagi. After the WHO (World Health Organization) declared an international health emergency, Malteser International staff in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are preparing to protect the population from the Ebola outbreak in the northeastern province of Ituri.
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Resilience in humanitarian action means more than coping with crises – it means continuously adapting our work to changing realities. In this interview, Kees Zevenbergen, Director of Program and Operations at Malteser International, shares how resilience shapes our day‑to‑day humanitarian work: from life‑saving emergency responses to longer‑term support for communities, systems and staff. He also highlights why, in times of growing crises and shrinking financial resources, Malteser International itself must remain adaptable, flexible and resilient as an organisation.
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Cologne. The war in the Middle East is already having dramatic consequences not only for people in the region, but also for many others around the world. This is because the significant fuel supply shortages resulting from the war are also affecting those who are already living under difficult conditions.
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Since the start of the war in the Middle East, more than 200,000 people have fled from Lebanon to Syria. The vast majority are returning Syrians, but an increasing number of Lebanese are also seeking refuge in the neighboring country. At two border crossings, Malteser International supports a medical facility at each location where refugees can receive initial treatment. Each facility is staffed by two doctors and a nurse who provide basic medical care. Every day, the teams treat an average of 200 patients at each facility, ensuring timely care for those in need.
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