"Everything has to go perfectly in order to be able to do the most basic of tasks – and that's not realistic in Gaza." The humanitarian aid response in #Gaza is near collapse, with the system thrown into disarray by Israel’s invasion of Rafah over two months ago. The situation for civilians is worsening, and the aid system has been “shot through the knees” after the invasion. With at least 1.9 million people forcibly displaced and the medical system barely functioning, the need for a robust humanitarian response is more critical than ever. The New Humanitarian ⬇️
InterAction
Public Policy Offices
Washington, DC 14,372 followers
A United Voice for Global Change
About us
Convener. Thought Leader. United Voice. Founded in 1984, InterAction is the largest alliance of international NGOs and partners in the United States. We mobilize our Members to think and act collectively to serve the world’s poor and vulnerable, with a shared belief that we can make the world a more peaceful, just and prosperous place—together.
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http://www.interaction.org
External link for InterAction
- Industry
- Public Policy Offices
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1984
- Specialties
- disaster response, foreign assistance reform, humanitarian assistance, development, and public policy
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1400 Sixteeth Street, NW, Suite 210
Washington, DC 20036, US
Employees at InterAction
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Dianne Calvi
CEO at Village Enterprise, working to end extreme poverty in rural Africa through entrepreneurship, innovation and collective action.
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V. NiCole Simpson
Senior Executive Office Administrator & Board Liaison at InterAction
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Deborah Willig
Director, Coach
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Burt Blanchard
Association Executive | Connector | Rev Generator | Strategic Planner | John C. Thiel Distinguished Service Award Recipient
Updates
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The water and sanitation crisis in Gaza is putting 1.8 million people, including 900,000 children, at severe risk. The discovery of the highly infectious poliovirus in #Gaza's sewage has intensified the need for immediate action to improve water and sanitation conditions. UNICEF USA is helping prevent outbreaks by providing clean water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education.
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Save the date for “From the Ground Up: Strategies for Local Development Success” on July 29 at 9:00 a.m. Featuring Catholic Relief Services Hani El-Mahdi and leaders from UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, Action Against Hunger | ACF-USA, Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, and ChildFund International, hosted by Devex as part of the #RootsofChange series.
Join this LinkedIn live event hosted by Devex, part of the #RootsofChange series, and explore building partnerships and increasing funding to local organizations for sustainable development. We'll discuss overcoming obstacles, share success stories, and identify actionable steps for donors and local entities. Register also for the other event in the series: https://dvx.cm/7osjfe #DevexSeries on #localization
From the ground up: Strategies for local development success
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The Centre is proud to have contributed through research and consultations with armed groups on the 'New Guidance for Armed Actors to Prevent and Mitigate Conflict-Induced Hunger' via InterAction. Gain insight into how armed actors' behavior impacts food security by exploring the Practical Measures ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3WkahcD
New Guidance for Armed Actors to Prevent and Mitigate Conflict-Induced Hunger - InterAction
https://www.interaction.org
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🏛️ Congressional staff responsible for foreign policy and international aid, this is for you! Apply for InterAction’s Fellowship Program and learn directly from aid workers and experts in the field. Deadline is July 26!
InterAction | Congressional Fellowship Program
https://www.interaction.org
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Dr. Beverly Tambe reflects on her recent mission with MedGlobal, saying, “The experience opened my eyes to how much I take for granted the ability I have to make an impactful difference.” Since 2020, MedGlobal has provided over 9,000 medical consultations in Cúcuta, 🇨🇴#Colombia, supporting the local healthcare system. Their recent mission saw over 600 patients, underscoring the critical need for healthcare services ⬇️
MedGlobal Volunteers Return from Colombia-Venezuela Border Mission, Providing Essential Healthcare to Migrants - MedGlobal
https://medglobal.org
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Kitchen gardens play a pivotal role in combating malnutrition." Paulino's story from Twic County, 🇸🇸#SouthSudan, highlights the importance of homegrown produce in ensuring food security. With the support of GOAL Global, Paulino's kitchen garden not only feeds his family but also generates income and fosters community well-being.
Combating Malnutrition Using Kitchen Gardens in South Sudan: Paulino's Story - GOAL Global
https://www.goalglobal.org
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Six months post-GRF, InterAction and ICVA (International Council of Voluntary Agencies) are launching a blog series to maintain transparency, hold pledging actors accountable, and drive momentum toward the high-level meetings in 2025 and beyond Explore our reflections on #GRF2023 and learn about the progress and challenges in refugee support ⬇️
Introducing the Global Refugee Forum Blog Series - InterAction
https://www.interaction.org
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It is shocking that Sudan has become “the forgotten war”. The scale of the suffering is shameful. After 16 months of fighting, half the population – 25 million people – are vulnerable and in need of humanitarian assistance. Over 750,000 people are estimated to be facing famine-like conditions. To put it bluntly, this means children are already dying and will continue to do so." Concern Worldwide CEO David Regan calls for renewed international focus & urgent intervention to address the dire humanitarian situation in 🇸🇩#Sudan ⬇️
Humanitarian crisis in Sudan needs urgent response
irishtimes.com
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The latest study by Development Gateway: An IREX Venture, in partnership with IREX, underscores the importance of harmonized education data management in 🇰🇪#Kenya and 🇸🇳#Senegal. By prioritizing data governance, incentivizing data use, and ensuring interoperability of existing systems, these countries can enhance their education data ecosystems. Learn more about how these steps can improve educational outcomes ⬇️
Evidence-Informed Policymaking: Education Data-Driven Decision Mapping in Kenya and Senegal – Development Gateway: An IREX Venture – Data and digital solutions for international development.
developmentgateway.org