Humanitarian emergencies
Natural disasters, conflicts and crises: discover LIFE's emergency response to help people in distress.
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Algeria wildfires: 2026 toll, causes and LIFE's humanitarian aid
Algeria wildfires 2026: the official toll, the wilayas affected, the causes, and how LIFE is working with Dir El Kheir to treat burns victims and rehouse families.
Lebanon: LIFE's President interviewed on Radio Orient
Speaking as a guest on Radio Orient's « Grand Angle » programme, LIFE President Tarek El Kahodi paints an alarming picture of the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon and explains the aid our teams are delivering on the ground.
Earthquake on Flores, Indonesia: death toll, causes and LIFE's humanitarian aid
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores, Indonesia, on 15 August 2026, killing 70 people and displacing 40,000. LIFE is launching an emergency operation for 800 affected families.
Sponsoring a child in Gaza: why it does more than a one-off donation
Regular sponsorship or a one-off donation to help a child in Gaza? Why giving regularly makes all the difference as an orphan rebuilds their life, and when each kind of giving is useful.
Gaza: 58,000 orphaned children, the largest crisis in modern history
More than 58,000 orphaned children in Gaza in 2026: understanding the scale of the crisis, the collapse of foster families and the most effective way to help.
Sponsoring an orphan in Gaza: how it works with LIFE
How to sponsor an orphan in Gaza with LIFE: the cost, the traceable voucher system, our local partner Al-Amal, keeping up with your sponsored child, and tax.
Children in armed conflict: the figures and how we can protect them
According to UNICEF, 473 million children live in conflict zones. Learn about the 6 grave violations recognised by the UN, and how LIFE protects children on the ground.
Climate refugees: who are they and how can we help?
Definition, figures and affected regions: according to UNHCR, 250 million people have been displaced by climate disasters in 10 years. Find out who climate refugees are and how LIFE works in the Sahel, South Asia and the Horn of Africa.
Earthquakes, floods, cyclones: how to give effectively after a disaster
How can you give effectively after an earthquake, flood or cyclone? 4 mistakes to avoid, 5 criteria for choosing a trustworthy NGO, and how LIFE responds in the first few hours.
Internally displaced people vs refugees: understanding the difference and taking action
According to UNHCR, 117.3 million people around the world have been forcibly displaced. Here are the differences between refugees, internally displaced people and asylum seekers, and how LIFE works on the ground.
International humanitarian law: the rules that protect civilians in war zones
The Geneva Conventions, the principles of IHL, war crimes: everything you need to know about the rules that protect civilians in armed conflict, and the role played by NGOs such as LIFE.
Mali: a security and humanitarian crisis – how to help its people
According to OCHA, 5.1 million people in Mali need humanitarian aid in 2026. Discover Mali's neglected crisis, its causes, and how LIFE is responding alongside its local partners.
DRC: the forgotten crisis affecting millions of displaced people
With 6.47 million internally displaced people in 2026, the DRC is living through one of the world's most serious crises. Why does this conflict remain invisible? Find out how LIFE is working on the ground and how your donation can help people in the east of the country.
Humanitarian emergencies: how NGOs respond on the ground
What is a humanitarian emergency, and how is international aid organised? Discover the 5 phases of a response, from assessment to reconstruction, and the vital role LIFE plays alongside communities in crisis in 2026.
Palestine: practical ways to help from France in 2026
With Gaza facing a humanitarian crisis in 2026, how can you really help? Find out why a financial donation does the most good, how LIFE works on the ground, and how to make sure your help reaches the people who need it.
Sudan crisis: understanding the situation and knowing where to give
In 2026, Sudan is living through the world's worst humanitarian crisis, with 13 million people displaced. Why does this conflict remain invisible? Find out how LIFE is working on the ground despite the obstacles, and how your donation can save lives.
Humanitarian crisis in the DRC: 100 displaced families supported
As the humanitarian crisis in the DRC deepens, LIFE has brought vital aid to 100 displaced families in Bukavu. Read about our emergency response in Congo and hear from the people we helped.
How donations reach Gaza: LIFE's traceability explained simply
Find out how your donations reach Gaza with LIFE: each step of delivery, vetted partners and concrete proof. Complete transparency.
Where can you make a trustworthy donation for Gaza or Palestine?
Find out where to make a trustworthy donation for Gaza: recognised NGOs, secure platforms and how to choose. Giving safely to Palestine: follow our guide.
How to donate to Gaza: the complete guide
Find out how to support Gaza by card, PayPal or Apple Pay. A practical guide to giving securely and getting your tax receipt. Act now.
Genocide in Gaza: LIFE makes an emergency appeal on Radio Orient
In Gaza, LIFE provides 500 meals a day and life-saving care despite the blockades. Support our humanitarian mission in Palestine.
8 humanitarian crises in 2024
2024 has brought humanitarian challenges on an unprecedented scale. Here are 8 humanitarian emergencies that call for immediate international action.
Madagascar: crises, challenges and humanitarian aid
Madagascar faces many crises at once: political instability, poverty, environmental emergencies and natural disasters. They hold back its social and economic development, but they also open up opportunities for action and progress.
The global migration crisis: causes, consequences and solutions
What is the migration crisis? And how can we all work together to build a more humane future?
