This week, employees from USAID and the U.S. Department of State gathered for a moment of silence and unity to mourn the loss of life and stand united against terrorism and hate in all its forms. This came in response to the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israeli citizens and Israel’s military response. Early in the crisis, the United States announced $100 million in humanitarian assistance for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. This aid will provide safe water, emergency food, shelter, hygiene support, and healthcare services. It will also provide psychosocial support and additional humanitarian protection services for conflict-affected communities, including women and children.

News & Events

Administrator Samantha Power visited Uzbekistan. USAID announced $12 million to help Afghans impacted by recent earthquakes. We resumed food aid to Ethiopian refugees with expanded oversight. And congratulations to Laos for eliminating lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem.

Digital Feature

Food insecurity is one of the most complex challenges we face. For World Food Day take a look at one solution that helps children in Uganda secure a healthy lunch and school officials ensure those meals are safe and nutritious.

Collaborating with USAID

USAID announced the first set of projects through the EDGE Fund. These efforts leverage the private sector’s expertise to generate inclusive economic growth, combat climate change, fight food insecurity, and address other pressing global challenges.

Did You Know...

One in every eight people live with a mental health condition. On World Mental Health Day, we committed to continue working with communities around the world to develop sustainable systems that increase access to quality mental health interventions.

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