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The human stories behind the headlines
Behind the statistics are real people with real stories and aspirations.
From people who are experiencing or facing displacement, to our local partners and our dedicated team, here you can meet some of the amazing people behind the headlines who are working to create a world where everyone belongs.
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Working in solidarity with our local partners around the world to empower people displaced by conflict and disaster to regain and retain the peace of a safe place to belong.
123 million people forced to flee and numbers rising
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, recently released its updated global report on how many people have been forced to flee their homes worldwide.
A life transformed
Tesfa means ‘hope’ in Amharic language, and in the Ethiopian capital where Tsehay lives with her family, this program, facilitated by our local partner, Ethiopian Orthodox Church – Development and Inter Church Aid Commission (EOC-DICAC), is helping to provide hope by providing a holistic, sustainable pathway out of poverty.
Preventing persecution and human rights abuses in the Holy Land
Every day, persecution and human rights abuses destroy people’s lives and fuel conflict in the Holy Land. The Ecumenical Accompaniment Program in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI) helps confront these injustices to pursue a just peace.
Taking participation seriously – why we need a legal framework for refugees to have a say
Act for Peace has always been committed to amplifying the voices of people who are displaced as key to facilitating a truly locally led approach.
Harvesting better futures in Zimbabwe
A reflection from the field: International Program Manager Tracey Robinson shares her inspiring visit to visit Christian Care Zimbabwe, where conservation farming is transforming lives.
Humanitarian crisis in Gaza
As global pressure on Israel increases to allow aid into Gaza, our collective voices are needed now more than ever to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Life changing education for girls in Pakistan
Education for girls in Pakistan is not universally accessible.
Israel must end blockade – Gaza aid urgently needed
Since the ceasefire collapsed in Gaza in March, people in the war-torn region are facing catastrophic conditions.
Farewelling our CEO
Act for Peace bids a warm farewell to Elijah Buol OAM, whose service as CEO comes to a close this week. Elijah has brought a deep understanding of the issues faced by those experiencing displacement through his lived experience as a refugee. Act for Peace is firmly committed to being a movement for peace, and
Indonesian humanitarian programs hit by aid cuts
As developed nations slash global aid funding, the impact on the NGOs we work alongside is drastic.
Uncertainty for Myanmar refugees in Thailand
With ongoing cuts to government aid funding worldwide, the most vulnerable populations have been caught in the political crossfire. Refugees and displaced people, who rely on aid to survive, are facing the very real threat of hunger and disease. People like the 108,000 refugees who call the refugee-led camps on the Thai-Myanmar border home.
Pakistan hit hard by global aid cuts
In a nation already struggling with extreme poverty and unable to meet the community’s health and education needs, cutting vital funding for these services is disastrous. Act for Peace works alongside Community World Service Asia (CWSA) in Pakistan and their experience of the recent government aid funding cuts is difficult to fathom.
Advocate for humanitarian aid
As the US, UK and European governments slash international aid budgets, we face an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. Refugees and displaced people need our advocacy now more than ever. Hear from our Senior Protection and Policy Advisor James Thomson who shares the impact of governments slashing their humanitarian aid budgets on the communities we serve.
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