Emergency assistance in East of DRC

Challenge

The devastating effects of natural disasters and armed conflicts are causing mass displacement of more than 5.7 million people within the country (DRC), highest number on African continent according to OCHA's humanitarian response plan. And it's mainly in North Kivu and Ituri. Children are the most affected, followed by pregnant and lactating women by these attacks. 1519031 children are affected by severe acute malnutrition. This project will reach 4156 children at the KIGONZE IDP site in Bunia.

Solution

RUPFA with its partners APDEF and FEDYPROS want throuth this project : - provides food to malnourished displaced children, - provides psychosocial support to children - implements recreational activities in child-friendly areas - distribute dignity kits to displaced girls in urgent need - supervise and prepare children aged 16 to 17 for professional trades - implements awareness-raising sessions on cross-cutting protection (sexual exploitation and abuse, gender-based violences, etc.)

Long-Term Impact

RUPFA with its partners APDEF and FEDYPROS are working hard with your generous support by making sure that this project save lives of 6156 displaced children from the KIGONZE site of Bunia by contributing to their physical and mental well-being. This project improves the living conditions of children and adolescents affected by the humanitarian crisis, by ensuring their protection (food security, hygiene, mental health,...) and participation by strengthening their resilience capacities.

Resources

• Accredited Charity Organization
• Charity Navigator