Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced

by VEFA FONDATION
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced
Distribute emergency food to Goma's displaced

Summary

Due to armed conflicts in North Kivu, DRC, Goma has become a precarious refuge for the displaced, marked by fear, hunger, and misery. Women, children, the elderly, and the disabled are the most vulnerable, living in inhumane conditions with rampant malnutrition. The war has devastated the economy, creating poverty and orphans. An urgent response is needed to alleviate suffering, restore dignity, and build a prosperous future for all Congolese.

$10,000
total goal
$9,980
remaining
1
donor
0
monthly donors
1
fundraiser
7
months

Challenge

In North Kivu, DRC, armed conflicts and volcanic eruptions have caused massive displacement. Goma, once peaceful, now hosts displaced populations living in fear, hunger, and misery. Women, children, the elderly, and the disabled are most vulnerable, enduring inhumane conditions and rampant malnutrition. The devastated economy has led to widespread poverty and orphans. An urgent response is needed to alleviate suffering and restore dignity.

Solution

This project will distribute emergency food to displaced populations in Goma, focusing on the most vulnerable: women, children, the elderly, and the disabled. By providing nutritious meals, it aims to combat malnutrition and improve living conditions in overcrowded displacement camps. This immediate relief will help alleviate hunger and suffering, restore dignity, and offer hope, paving the way for a more stable and prosperous future for the affected communities.

Long-Term Impact

By addressing immediate hunger and malnutrition, this project will improve the health and well-being of displaced populations in Goma, enabling them to better cope with their harsh living conditions. Providing food aid will help stabilize the community, reduce desperation, and foster resilience. Over time, this can lead to improved social cohesion, economic recovery, and a stronger, more unified community capable of rebuilding and thriving.

Additional Documentation

This project has provided additional documentation in a PDF file (projdoc.pdf).

Resources

Organization Information

VEFA FONDATION

Location: GOMA, North Kivu - Congo, Democratic Republic of the
Website:
Facebook: Facebook Page
Twitter: @Vefafondation
Project Leader:
Verite Bisimwa
GOMA , North Kivu Congo, Democratic Republic of the

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