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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 20h

Join us this #WorldFoodDay! 🌍 🌽

We work hand in hand with communities to strengthen local value chains, promote entrepreneurship, and build resilient, food-secure futures.

Together, we can drive innovation in fragile settings and create better food systems!

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Caritas Jerusalem Statement on the Announcement of the End of the War in Gaza - Cordaid International

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 5d

From crisis to innovation! The (B)Eat the Locust project, funded by the @postcodeloterij.bsky.social, turned Kenya’s locust invasion into a story of resilience and climate-smart solutions for 3M+ people. The closing event in Nairobi brought all partners together to celebrate the achievements.

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 7d

After two devastating years, our partner #Caritas Jerusalem continues to provide critical humanitarian assistance in #Gaza under extreme circumstances. With the announcement of the war's end, hope begins to return.

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Cordaid's local partner in Gaza has been providing emergency aid. After the violence ends, the humanitarian support can be scaled up.

How Farming as a Business is Changing Rural Rwanda - Cordaid International

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 8d

🌾 In rural #Rwanda, smallholder farmers are redefining what it means to farm. They learn to think like entrepreneurs, plan for profit, and build resilient communities.

Through Cordaid’s Farming as a Business approach, #agriculture is becoming a pathway to prosperity.

Discover how Rwanda’s smallholder farmers are turning fields into thriving businesses through Cordaid’s Farming as a Business approach.

Gavi’s impact in 2024 in seven key statistics

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 14d

💡 “Every 20 seconds, a child’s life is saved thanks to Gavi-supported vaccines.”

In 2024, our critical partner Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance reached a record milestone: 1.7 million lives saved in a single year – the highest in its history.

📊 Read more: www.gavi.org/vaccineswork...

In the time it takes you to read this article, six people’s lives will have been saved by Gavi-supported vaccines. Here are seven statistics on Gavi’s impact in 2024.

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Protecting Rural Families in Burundi through Microinsurance - Cordaid International

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 16d

In #Burundi, a single drought or illness can devastate farming families. Through the #PADFIR project, #microinsurance offers security, dignity and hope.

🌱 Watch how it protects rural livelihoods 👇

In Burundi, Cordaid has introduced a range of microinsurance schemes designed to protect rural families from financial shocks.

A Path Towards Economic Independence: Rebuilding Lives in Taiz, Yemen - Cordaid International

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 16d

Vandaag in het AD, een brede oproep: Nederland is geen eiland.

Blijf staan voor vrijheid, solidariteit en rechtvaardigheid. Bezuinig niet op steun voor mensen die dat het hardst nodig hebben.

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 22d

In #Taiz, #Yemen, 450 people are building futures through skills, tools & coaching. From solar energy to tailoring, mobile repair to motorcycles—their stories show resilience in action.

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In Yemen, Cordaid and NMO aim to restore people’s ability to support themselves and break the cycle of dependency on international aid.

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · 29d

Proud to be featured as a Very High Performer in the 2025 #Global5050 Gender and Health Index.
🔗 global5050.org/2025-report/

#GenderEqui#GenderEquitye#HoldingTheLine

The 2025 Results Report captures a pivotal moment in the Global Fund partnership’s fight against HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and malaria. After decades of progress, global health is in crisis. Declining in...

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Sep 10

The #GlobalFund 2025 Results Report is now available.

Working together, the Global Fund partnership has saved 70 MILLION lives since 2002. Investing in the Global Fund is one of the most effective ways to save lives, improve the health of many and reinforce global health security.

Results Report 2025

www.theglobalfund.org

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Sep 8

In Rwanda’s east, farmers are turning climate risks into resilience, with loans for clean cookstoves, solar pumps, and agroforestry that are transforming lives.

Climate finance is the future. 🌍

East Rwanda's Future Depends on Green Growth and Climate Resilience - Cordaid International

In Rwanda, erratic rainfall and erosion have left fields vulnerable to droughts and floods. Climate finance offers a sustainable solution.

Fighting Cholera during the Climate Crisis in South Sudan - Cordaid International

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Sep 3

In #SouthSudan, the impacts of #ClimateChange have fueled one of the most severe #cholera outbreaks in years. The crisis shows the urgent need for climate-resilient health systems. Together with the Ministry of Health and our humanitarian partners, we have been on the frontlines of the response.

The cholera outbreak in South Sudan underscores the urgent need for resilient health systems that can deliver lifesaving services.

Afghanistan severely hit by earthquake: Cordaid's partners assess the damage and prepare humanitarian action - Cordaid International

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Sep 1

On Sunday evening, a 6.0 magnitude #earthquake hit #Afghanistan, killing more than 800 people and injuring over 2,000.

Cordaid Afghanistan’s local partners are on the ground, supporting UN teams as they assess the damage and identify needs: a crucial first step toward emergency relief.

A powerful earthquake in eastern Afghanistan killed more than 800 people and injured over 2,000. Cordaid’s local partners are on the ground.

Ahmad: “De glimlach bij de eerste stap in hun huis: dáár doe ik het voor.”

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Giro555 @giro555.bsky.social · Aug 25

Dankzij steun van @cordaid.bsky.social en #Giro555 bouwt de ingenieur Ahmad Ghawi mee aan veilige prefabhuizen in #Turkije en #Syrië: een écht thuis. “De glimlach bij de eerste stap in hun huis: dáár doe ik het voor.”

📹 Bekijk de video!

#Cordaid #Watan #Noodhulp

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YouTube video by Giro555

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Aug 26

Het Global Fund, het Wereldfonds voor de bestrijding van hiv/aids, tuberculose en malaria, beschermt mensen wereldwijd — óók hier in Nederland.

Swipe door de carrousel voor vijf redenen waarom Nederland nu in het Global Fund moet investeren.

👉 Lees meer: lnkd.in/e3tTRDai

Rohingya Refugees Find Hope in Vertical Vegetable Gardens - Cordaid International

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Aug 25

Eight years ago, large-scale violence forced #Rohingya families to flee their homes in Myanmar. Nearly 1 million people now live in #Bangladesh. An innovative gardening project is helping refugees cultivate vegetable gardens, bringing not only fresh food but also dignity back into their lives.

In Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh an innovative gardening project offers Rohingya refugees dignity, agency, and nourishment.

“South Sudan’s stability begins with health” - Cordaid International

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Aug 19

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we invite you to swipe through the words of our colleagues working in humanitarian crises around the world.

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Jul 30

“TB and HIV are not in the news,” says Gerald Agaba, TB/HIV Programme Manager for Cordaid South Sudan. “But they are spreading. We don’t have another partner like the #GlobalFund supporting TB and HIV services at this scale. If the funding stops, it all stops.”

www.cordaid.org/en/news/sout...

In South Sudan, where conflict, floods, and mass displacement converge, a quiet but deadly resurgence of tuberculosis (TB) and HIV is threatening the lives of millions. “TB and HIV are not in the news...

World on brink of climate breakthrough as fossil fuels ‘run out of road’, UN chief says

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Jul 23

Yesterday, the UN Secretary-General delivered a special address on climate ambition and the global energy transition.

This is a pivotal moment that underscores the significant benefits – and the actions required – to accelerate a just transition.

Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe @caneurope.org · Jul 22

As the UN Secretary-General says, the energy transition is unstoppable. Renewable energy is the best option for the economy, energy security and access.

But the energy transition is not yet fast or fair enough. To accelerate it, the EU must come out with an ambitious NDC by the September deadline.

António Guterres says ‘sun is rising on a clean energy age’ as 90% of renewable power projects cheaper than fossil fuels

www.theguardian.com

As Mass Starvation Spreads across Gaza, Our Colleagues and Those We Serve Are Wasting Away - Cordaid International

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Jul 23

We join 100+ orgs calling for an immediate ceasefire in #Gaza, unimpeded aid access and an end to starvation.

No child should go hungry. No one should have to beg for bread.

Silence is not an option.

Humanitarian organisations in Gaza are witnessing their colleagues and partners waste away before their eyes. They are sounding the alarm.

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Jul 15

Sudanese women have led revolutions, responded to crises, and built peace—yet continue to be sidelined in formal peace processes.

This new publication shares feminist insights + lessons from a WIPC project (supported by #RRW #WPHF) working to change that.

📖 Read here: lnkd.in/e-8ymkad

Youth, Civil Society, and the Future of Elections in Africa | Cordaid

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Jul 10

Building Inclusive Democracies in Fragile Contexts.

In Nairobi, youth and civil society from 5 African countries shared bold strategies for peace and democracy. Watch this video of the event and meet the participants.

#JustFuture #YouthLeadership #Democracy #Burundi #Mali #Niger #DRC #SouthSudan

YouTube video by Cordaid International

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Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Jul 7

Onze directeur was begin dit jaar in #Oekraïne voor @giro555.bsky.social. Daar bezocht zij de projecten van onze zusterorganisatie #Caritas Ukraine, die wij hebben kunnen steunen dankzij de bijdragen aan de actie. In deze video vertelt ze over de ervaringen die ze tijdens het bezoek heeft opgedaan.

Giro555 @giro555.bsky.social · Jul 7

“Iedereen die we spraken, heeft iets verschrikkelijks meegemaakt.” – Heleen van den Berg, actievoorzitter van Giro555. Tijdens haar bezoek aan diverse projecten in #Oekraine zag Heleen hoe hulpverleners dag en nacht klaarstaan voor oorlogsslachtoffers.

@cordaid.bsky.social

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Verslag uit Oekraïne

YouTube video by Giro555

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From Pastoralist to Permaculturist: (B)eat the Locust Leads a Green Revolution in Northern Kenya - Cordaid International

Cordaid @cordaid.bsky.social · Jul 2

In the arid plains of Kenya, (B)eat the Locust, a climate-resilience project implemented by Cordaid and IMPACT Kenya, funded by @postcodeloterij.bsky.social, equips local communities with eco-friendly alternatives to pesticides and empowers women to lead in a traditionally male-dominated landscape.

In northern Kenya, (B)eat the Locust equips local communities with eco-friendly alternatives to pesticides and empowers women.