- INTERVIEW | Humans of 510: Stories Behind the DataIn conversation with Daniele Castellana At the Netherlands Red Cross’ data and digital team, 510, we believe that behind every innovation is someone whose skills and vision make humanitarian action faster, smarter, and more inclusive. Our Humans of 510 series shines a light on these… Read more: INTERVIEW | Humans of 510: Stories Behind the Data
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Zambia’s Early Action Protocols: A Collaborative Journey
Zambia, significantly affected by climate change, faces the dual threats of floods and droughts. The Zambia Red Cross Society in close coordination with key stakeholders diligently addresses the needs of communities and works to reduce the… Read more…
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Leveraging Localized Flood Models in Malawi’s Battle Against Rising Waters
Over the past five decades, Malawi has experienced 21 major floods, with projections of these events further increasing in frequency and severity due to climate change. The impact of these floods is huge:… Read more…
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Reaching People Affected with Helpful Information
Migration and displacement pose some of the biggest humanitarian challenges of our time. At the end of 2022, 108.4 million people worldwide were forcibly displaced as a result of ongoing and new conflicts.… Read more…
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EXTERNAL | “As a woman, you have to fight way harder”
As our data team lead Marijke Panis navigates the male-dominated tech and humanitarian sector, she advocates for diversity and inclusion. Her work in drought-predictive modelling and disaster response highlights the crucial role of… Read more…
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Efficient And Secure: How the 121 Platform Revolutionizes Cash Assistance in Ethiopia
The conflict in the Tigray Region, as well as inter-ethnic clashes in central and western Ethiopia, have rendered the area highly unstable, leading to large-scale displacement and exacerbating food insecurity through damaged services… Read more…
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Enhancing Disaster Response through Social Media Listening: An Innovative Tool for National Societies
In the realm of humanitarian aid and disaster response, staying connected with affected communities is not merely a logistical challenge but a moral imperative. Ensuring that those impacted by crises can make their… Read more…