Earthquake relief Myanmar

Following the devastating 7.7 magnitude 
earthquake in Myanmar, the partner 
organization of Aktion Deutschland 
Hilft,  CARE, conducted its own survey 
to analyze the emergency relief provided 
so far. The survey focused on the 
situation of women and disadvantaged groups.

Preparing Vulnerable Households for Crises
The survey revealed that cash assistance 
provided immediately after the disaster was 
a direct and effective lifeline for many 
families. However, sufficient funds are 
lacking for reconstruction, particularly 
to support vulnerable or weakened population 
groups.

Women, people with disabilities, and 
low-income households who were already 
disadvantaged before the disaster now require 
more inclusive aid tailored to their specific 
needs.

How CARE Helped After the Disaster
To date, our partner organization, CARE, has 
been able to provide 6,560 people with cash 
assistance to purchase urgently needed goods. 
“We lost everything in the earthquake. With the 
cash, we were able to buy things like rice, oil, 
and charcoal for initial supplies, but most 
importantly, medicine. Because immediately after 
the earthquake, there was hardly any medical 
care, and the hospital was completely 
overcrowded,” reports one of the victims.

“During this difficult time, this money was an 
enormous relief, because we received exactly 
the help we needed.”

Myanmar: Inflation Drives Up Prices
Although most markets in the affected region have 
now reopened, high transportation costs and 
inflation are driving prices up. Basic foodstuffs 
such as salt, potatoes, and pulses have become 
almost ten percent more expensive on average, 
while hygiene and shelter products—such as 
shampoo, blankets, and ropes—have increased by 
13 to 25 percent.

More than a third of those surveyed stated that 
they cannot afford basic goods despite the open 
markets. This is hitting low-income households 
and people who lost everything in the earthquake 
particularly hard.

CARE Calls on the International Community to Take Action
"While many families confirm that their basic needs 
are currently being met, reconstruction is far from 
over," says Country Director of CARE Myanmar. "For it 
to succeed, it is crucial that support reaches women 
and the most vulnerable people directly."

CARE calls on donors and the international community 
to support inclusive reconstruction efforts that 
address both acute needs and long-term recovery, so 
that no one is left behind in Myanmar's reconstruction.

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