Global Coronavirus Relief

Dear Friend,

We were reminded that this month marks one year since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 to be a pandemic. Since then, we have seen how inequalities, especially gender inequality and disparities in access to healthcare - vaccines, tests, and treatments, have played a role in increasing the spread of this devastating virus. 

In the midst of a tough year, we came together to support our community partners around the world. Thanks to your solidarity, we were able to respond immediately and support local activists to:

• Distribute over 70 handwashing stations and other hygiene and sanitation supplies in Somaliland to help stop the spread of coronavirus in vulnerable communities.
• Provide sewing machines to Rohingya women living in the refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, enabling them to make and sell masks to keep their community safe.
• Deliver soap to 5,000 families and provide vital health information to rural communities in Cambodia in partnership with women leaders from previous disaster management projects.  

The pandemic may seem like it’s coming to an end in the U.S., but in other parts of the world, the most vulnerable won’t see an end to its impacts for years to come. Already we know that some countries could be waiting until 2024 for widespread vaccination. Your support will help bridge the gap - and strengthen the fight for human rights.

Thank youforsupporting women on the frontlines of COVID-19. 

In gratitude,
Francis

Francis Noon
Individual Giving Officer, ActionAid USA