War and conflict

War and conflict

If warring parties see aid organisations as being on one side of a conflict, we are less likely to gain access to those in need and more likely to be attacked. 

One of the ways in which we are able to demonstrate our independence to warring parties is to ensure that all our funding for work in conflicts comes from private individuals – we do not accept government grants. 
 
Conflicts, be they international wars or those within countries, can have many consequences. 
 
Fear of violence or persecution uproots entire communities and disrupts access to medical care for those that flee as well as those who stay behind.  
 
Conflicts normally lead to a rise in trauma injuries, but also lead to problems for people needing normal medical care, such as complications with pregnancy or chronic diseases such as diabetes.  
 
Psychological distress and mental illnesses also generally rise, as can cases of sexual violence.  
 
We try to fill these gaps with highly experienced doctors, nurses, and logisticians, who provide specialised medical care and logistical support. 

 
Zalingei teaching hospital entrance, Zalingei, Central Darfur state, Sudan.
Conflict in Sudan

Sudan: 500 Days of War and a failing humanitarian response as medical needs soar

Press Release 27 Aug 2024
 
Massive destruction in health facilities - El Fasher
Conflict in Sudan

Sudan: Last hospital in El Fasher risks closure during intensive bombardment of the city

Press Release 14 Aug 2024
 
Sudanese Children in Adré Transit Camp Open Their Hearts
Sudan

Sudanese Children in Adré Transit Camp open their hearts

Testimony 6 Aug 2024
 
Restrictions and violence block Palestinians in Hebron from medical care
Gaza - Israel War

Restrictions and violence block Palestinians in Hebron from medical care

Article 6 Aug 2024
 
Stephen Ayoyi
Conflict in Sudan

In the Heart of Conflict: A Harrowing Tale of Survival in War-Torn Sudan

Article 2 Aug 2024
 
Nasser hospital
Gaza - Israel War

Gaza strip: Nasser hospital must be protected as the last main hospitals in middle and south Gaza struggle amid deadly July

Article 30 Jul 2024