EMERGENCY on Biden announcement: “As always, it is Afghan civilians that will suffer”
After 20 years of war, President Joe Biden has announced the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan.
President of Afghanistan Declares ‘Unwavering Support’ for a People’s Vaccine for COVID-19
The President of Afghanistan, Mohammad Ashraf Ghani has joined world leaders and experts in an appeal for equitable and fair distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.
“I Hope They will Become Good People”
The Panjshir Valley in Afghanistan. Now one of the most peaceful areas of a country that has, for too long, been stricken with conflict. Nonetheless, mines and other unexploded devices persist. Reminders of the war that once dominated the valley, and constant, everyday…
EMERGENCY Wins the EESC Civil Solidarity Prize
We are honoured to announce that EMERGENCY has won the EESC Civil Solidarity Prize today, for its “outstanding contribution to fighting COVID-19 and its disastrous consequences.” Thank you to the European Economic And Social Committee for choosing us. This award represents important…
‘You Have Always Been By My Side And Made Me Happy’
22-year-old Sharifa is one of the thousands of Afghan mothers struggling to overcome the hurdles that are posed by a healthcare system weakened by decades of war, poor facilities, and social and cultural barriers that are difficult to break.
“I Love My Work Because I Know It’s Essential For The People In This Valley.”
Muzghan was born and brought up in the Panjshir Valley. She works in neonatal intensive care at our Maternity Centre in Anabah.
We Constantly Aim to Bridge Them.
Together, we work to ensure medicine, human rights and equality, for all.
We At EMERGENCY All Head In The Same Direction
We deal with situations where teamwork makes the difference. Everyone’s bit counts. Including yours.
Read the December Issue of EMERGENCY Magazine
for a closer look at EMERGENCY's work during these difficult times, told to you by our colleagues around the world.