Donations are still needed to support the Kakuma refugee camp population currently enduring famine. Please give generously today.
Kakuma Refugees Still Need Your Help / Wakimbizi bado wanahitaji msaada wako
Famine Relief Fundraising: Twenty-Six Families Helped, More Waiting / Uchangishaji wa Msaada wa Njaa: Familia Ishirini na Sita Zimesaidiwa, Zaidi Zinasubiri
Chairman Kadjosi Matabishi Mzaliwa reports on the use made of the generous donations to the DES Kakuma Famine Relief Fundraiser.
When Mud Pies Are No Longer Child’s Play / Wakati mikate ya matope sio mchezo wa watoto tena
In the Kakuma refugee camp, families are forced to eat mud due to severe famine. Chairman Kadjosi Matabishi Mzaliwa visited a family experiencing this dire situation. Although some assistance has been provided, the demand for aid remains critically high as the famine continues to affect many.
Cultivating Hope: How Your Donation Can Help 1,000 Kakuma Refugees Transform Hunger into Harvest / Kukuza Matumaini: Jinsi Mchango Wako Unavyoweza Kusaidia Wakimbizi 1,000 wa Kakuma Kubadilisha Njaa kuwa Mavuno
The community is addressing food insecurity through a food forest project aimed at training 1,000 refugees in sustainable agriculture. While immediate donations for emergency relief are needed, the initiative emphasizes self-sufficiency and aims to empower individuals and families for long-term food security. Collaboration is key to achieving this vision.
A Call For Global Sisterhood / Wito wa Dada wa Ulimwenguni
The UNHCR Kakuma Camp houses ~300,000 African conflict refugees. Sexual violence is endemic, with rape most frequent—police report six daily cases. New arrivals and single female heads of households face highest risks. Over 79 million African girls/women experience sexual assault before 18, with 21.4% prevalence among African refugees in humanitarian settings. Globally, 100+ million forcibly …
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Sustainable Food Forests: A New Hope for Kakuma Refugees / Misitu ya Chakula Endelevu: Tumaini Jipya kwa Wakimbizi wa Kakuma
The Sanctuaries of Life and Peace Food Forest Project aims to enhance food security and to empower Kakuma refugees through sustainable agriculture. Supported by the Council of Sustainable Settlements of Latin America, the initiative focuses on planting fruit trees and vegetables while employing biochar to improve soil health. Community engagement and funding are critical for its success. DES is grateful to Patty Rangel and Michelle Wong for their generous support.
DES News, March 2024-Habari za DES Machi 2024
The report outlines recent developments in environmental conservation, GBV education, community engagement, and educational initiatives. The partnership with Taka Taka Solutions is enhancing environmental awareness. Volunteer engagement has increased, and a partnership with Amala Education is forming. Challenges include resource limitations and volunteer shortages, with requests for educational resources and volunteer recruitment assistance.
DES News, February 2024-Habari za DES Februari 2024
Overview This month, our program focused on delivering comprehensive lessons in English, conflict resolution, leadership skills, and facilitating engaging children's play and education activities. We also helped Community members with Maize, hosted several meetings, managed financial contributions, and welcomed visitors to our center. Mwezi huu, mpango wetu ulilenga kutoa masomo kamili kwa Kiingereza, utatuzi wa …
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DES News, January 2024-Habari za DES, Januari 2024
Overview This month, our program focused on delivering comprehensive lessons in English, conflict resolution, leadership skills, and facilitating engaging children's play and education activities. We also hosted several meetings, managed financial contributions, and welcomed visitors to our center. Mwezi huu, mpango wetu ulilenga kutoa masomo kamili kwa Kiingereza, utatuzi wa migogoro, ujuzi wa uongozi, na …
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Urgent Appeal for Financial Support to Alleviate Hunger Among Refugees
Dear Good Wishers: I hope this message finds you in good health and spirits. I am reaching out to you on behalf of the refugee community, which is currently facing an unprecedented crisis that threatens our very survival. Recent changes in the World Food Programme's assistance have severely limited our access to food, leaving many …
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