USAID news stories during week of November 18, 2013. Read more >>
Tag archives for Disaster Relief
Strengthening the Philippines through USAID Relief
Report from USAID’s Director of Foreign Disaster Assistance on combined USG effort to support those affected by Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda. Read more >>
Video of the Week: POTUS on Typhoon Haiyan
Housing Development Fuels New Hope for Haitian Families
Many of whom lost houses, as a result of the 2010 Haiti earthquake, now have permanent homes thanks to a USAID partnership. Read more >>
A Tale of Two Cyclones
Meet USAID’s new director of foreign disaster assistance and learn how USAID’s disaster risk reduction efforts in India can save lives on a massive scale. Read more >>
Pounds of Prevention: Focus on India
In this installment of USAID’s Pounds of Prevention series, we explore the progress made in India after two cyclones hit the region 14 years ago. Read more >>
Strengthening Earthquake Response Efforts Across Asia
USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance strengthens a partnership with the China Earthquake Administration to collaborate on future disaster responses. Read more >>
World Humanitarian Day 2013: Honoring Those Who Serve
This World Humanitarian Day, the U.N. kicks off a campaign called “The World Needs More” to inspire governments, companies, and individuals to turn words into action and raise awareness of humanitarian needs around the world. Read more >>
How Rap Music is Saving Lives in the Caribbean
The Youth Emergency Action Committees program led by Catholic Relief Services with support from USAID is one that transforms teens into disaster-preparedness leaders. Read more >>
Helping Others During Hurricane Season
The 2013 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially begins on June 1 and is expected to be very active. Preparing your family and home for hurricanes is important. Read more >>
