COVID-19 may be a pandemic, but its impact isn’t universal. It varies by where you live, how much money you have, what industry you work in, and more. Learn more about the vital role of nonprofits in defeating the virus and how you can help.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it, and more cases have now been confirmed in the United States than anywhere else in the world. Thankfully, heroic nonprofit leaders in United States and all around the world are helping the most vulnerable people in their communities deal with the impact of the virus. Learn more about five virus-triggered needs, and how you can help:
At least 100 countries have closed schools nationwide, affecting more than half of all students around the world. Forced closures not only interrupt students’ learning, but also put vulnerable students who depend on daily meals provided during school hours, in an even more precarious situation. Thankfully, GlobalGiving partners are helping children around the world stay healthy and continue learning.
In communities across the globe, COVID-19 has the potential to exacerbate existing gender inequalities. One reason for this is the increased amount of unpaid labor women will be expected to do, such as caring for children that are no longer in school. Additionally, because women make up the majority of the health workforce around the world, women face a greater risk of exposure to COVID-19. Against the odds, our partners are making strides to uplift women in this difficult time.
Since the beginning, we’ve known that COVID-19 most severely affects elderly persons, with most fatalities occurring in individuals over the age of 65. But COVID-19 isn’t just a threat to elderly people’s physical health. Since many elderly people rely on in-person communities for their most meaningful relationships, they are especially vulnerable to loneliness and mental illness during social distancing. Thankfully, our partners are committed to meeting the unique needs of elderly individuals in this time of uncertainty.
The World Health Organization contends that “almost all people affected by emergencies will experience psychological distress,” and those with pre-existing conditions are particularly vulnerable during times of crisis. Several of our partners are using inventive measures to ensure their communities have access to crucial mental health services while in quarantine.
Displaced peoples are one of the most at-risk populations in the world during this global health crisis. The majority of the 25.9 million refugees in the world are living in developing countries with inadequate health care systems. Social distancing is often not possible for those in refugee camps or government facilities, and resources for preventing the spread of disease are few and far in between.
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Featured Photo: Palestine's Coronavirus Relief Fund by Rebuilding Alliance
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