Women and Girls

The “Amazons” of Côte d’Ivoire

By Aisha Rahamatali · May 23, 2024

The 18th century Amazon women of the Kingdom of Dahomey were known for their bravery, their audacity, and their innovation. Like their ancestral sisters in Dahomey, these Amazons of Côte d'Ivoire are modern-day warriors.

How a women-led textile business is weaving a lasting legacy in Peru

By CARE Staff · May 9, 2024

In Peru, it’s common for banks to require men as co-signers on loans, even loans for women-owned businesses. This is a story of one woman's success, despite the odds.

Health care in Gaza: respiratory infections, diarrhea, scabies, Hepatitis, shrapnel wounds, & PTSD

By CARE Staff · May 7, 2024

Since Oct. 7, 1.9 million Palestinians in Gaza have had to flee their homes and now live in crowded conditions where basic sanitation has broken down. The health care situation is dire.

13 years of conflict: Displaced Syrians still long for lost homes

By Hillol Sobhan with Sulafah Al-Shami, Dora Vangi and Tarek Satea · May 6, 2024

Learn how some of the 6.8 million internally displaced in Syria are leading a sub-human life across hundreds of settlement camps with no civic amenities, food, water, or medicine.

A day in the life of an aid worker in Rafah

By Saaed* · May 1, 2024

Nowhere in Gaza is safe, but CARE has managed to help over 350,000 people so far. Here's one aid worker's story on how it's happened.

Mothers in Gaza: “I cry when I sleep. I cry when I wake up. During the day, I try to be strong for my children”

By CARE Staff · April 12, 2024

Six months after the start of this devastating conflict in Gaza, CARE spoke to displaced mothers about their current living situation, biggest fears, and their wishes for the future.

Lights in the darkness: Preserving Ramadan’s spirit in the shadow of conflict

By Travis Nichols & Hillol Sobhan · March 18, 2024

Ramadan stories from CARE staff members embedded in the heart of the crises across the Muslim world. Joy, resilience, and the struggle to maintain the month's spirit, even during the worst of times.

Gaza: 5 months of darkness, seen from 500 miles above earth

By Travis Nichols & CARE staff · March 11, 2024

Satellite images reveal that Gaza's cities have experienced an enormous decrease in electricity, with nighttime light in the Gaza Strip reduced by a staggering 84%.

How humanitarian aid gets into Gaza

By Hiba Tibi with CARE Staff · February 29, 2024

Country Director Hiba Tibi explains how CARE’s aid trucks are crossing from Egypt into Gaza, what our team and partners can do to relieve people’s suffering, what the main challenges are, and why only a ceasefire can ultimately prevent further loss of lives.

The displaced in Ukraine: “My home is only a photo now”

By Halyna Bilak and Hillol Sobhan · February 28, 2024

Nearly 3.67 million people are still internally displaced in Ukraine. Learn how CARE and its partners are supporting internally displaced people by offering them a place to stay and providing psychosocial support and other necessities until they find a better alternative.

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Women and Girls

The “Amazons” of Côte d’Ivoire

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How a women-led textile business is weaving a lasting legacy in Peru

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Health care in Gaza: respiratory infections, diarrhea, scabies, Hepatitis, shrapnel wounds, & PTSD

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13 years of conflict: Displaced Syrians still long for lost homes

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A day in the life of an aid worker in Rafah

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Mothers in Gaza: “I cry when I sleep. I cry when I wake up. During the day, I try to be strong for my children”

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Lights in the darkness: Preserving Ramadan’s spirit in the shadow of conflict

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Gaza: 5 months of darkness, seen from 500 miles above earth

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How humanitarian aid gets into Gaza

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The displaced in Ukraine: “My home is only a photo now”

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Women and Girls

The “Amazons” of Côte d’Ivoire

How a women-led textile business is weaving a lasting legacy in Peru

Health care in Gaza: respiratory infections, diarrhea, scabies, Hepatitis, shrapnel wounds, & PTSD

13 years of conflict: Displaced Syrians still long for lost homes

A day in the life of an aid worker in Rafah

Mothers in Gaza: “I cry when I sleep. I cry when I wake up. During the day, I try to be strong for my children”

Lights in the darkness: Preserving Ramadan’s spirit in the shadow of conflict

Gaza: 5 months of darkness, seen from 500 miles above earth

How humanitarian aid gets into Gaza

The displaced in Ukraine: “My home is only a photo now”

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