EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid

Wildfires are getting longer and more intense across Europe. But how is Greece getting ready, and how does the EU support these efforts? On 28 May, experts will gather at the University of Piraeu...

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Οι δασικές πυρκαγιές γίνονται ολοένα και πιο εκτεταμένες και έντονες στην Ευρώπη. Πώς μπορεί όμως η Ελλάδα να προετοιμαστεί και πώς μπορεί η ΕΕ να βοηθήσει σ’ αυτήν την προσπάθεια? Στις 28 Μαΐου,...

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What happens behind the scenes when disasters strike? On 7 May, experts and researchers unpacked how the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism works in practice. From coordinating teams and equipment to m...

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Czy wiesz jak Unia Europejska mobilizuje międzynarodową pomoc w sytuacjach kryzysowych? Dnia 7 maja eksperci ds. zarządzania kryzysowego pracujący w terenie oraz badacze spotkają się, aby porozm...

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Rania, a mother of five, now lives in a tent after being displaced in Gaza. Through her story, this video shows how European Union humanitarian aid, together with partners like Oxfam, is supporting...

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In crisis areas around the world, like Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine, civilians on the ground are facing catastrophic humanitarian conditions. Guided by the four humanitarian principles of humanity, ne...

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Every child has the right to learn, even in times of crisis. But conflict, the climate emergency, and poverty are keeping millions of children out of school. In the Sahel, the EU and Save the Chi...

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2024 became the deadliest year on record for humanitarian workers, surpassing 2023’s tragic toll – and 2025 is following the same alarming trend.⁣ ⁣ Each year, more aid workers are killed, injured,...

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In 2024, the Americas faced the worst dengue fever outbreak on record — with over 13 million reported cases and more than 8,000 lives lost. To help stop the spread, the European Union provided €1....

Wildfires in Europe are getting worse – but the EU is ready. From firefighting planes to pre-positioned crews and the 24/7 Emergency Response Coordination Centre, discover how the EU Civil Protect...

War in Ukraine has entered its 4th year. Behind every air raid, every ruined home, are real people—parents, firefighters, children—just trying to survive. 👩‍👧 Tetiana: “The kids ask me why the pla.

Are you ready for the big day?⁣ ⁣ Today marks the start of the European Humanitarian Forum!⁣ ⁣ Why does it matter? Our Commissioner Hadja Hahbib breaks it down for you.⁣ ⁣ #EHF2025 ⁣#EUHumanitaria...

The world’s crises are growing — and so is the need for action. At the European Humanitarian Forum, frontline responders, youth advocates, policymakers and leaders come together to drive real solu...