Sudan Emergency—Your Help Is Urgently Needed
By Michael Hill
The unexpected forced departure of 13 international humanitarian aid agencies and the closure of 3 national nongovernmental organizations will undoubtedly result in significant gaps in aid and assistance to many of the 4.7 million people receiving humanitarian assistance in Darfur.
CRS continues to help families impacted by the ongoing conflict in Darfur, Sudan. Photo by Debbie DeVoe/CRS
Catholic Relief Services remains operational and firmly committed to the people of Sudan, with more than 300 CRS staff serving more than 400,000 people across the country. CRS is in discussions with the United Nations, the government and local authorities, and relevant donors to determine how best to address the existing gaps in critical humanitarian aid in Sudan.
Having operated in the country since 1972, CRS is prepared to quickly mobilize the resources and staff required to expand services as deemed appropriate. Additional financial resources, however, will be critical.
CRS staffers remain safe and are monitoring the situation while continuing to carry out their missions that provide essential lifesaving aid to thousands of people in need in Sudan.
Michael Hill is CRS' communications officer for sub-Saharan Africa. He is based at the agency's headquarters in Baltimore.
