World Humanitarian Day

August 19th marks World Humanitarian Day, a time to recognize aid workers who have sacrificed their own lives to help people affected by global crises.

Since the deaths of 22 UN and relief agency staff in a Baghdad bombing 20 years ago, each year, the brave women and men who risk everything to help people in need are honoured.

Humanitarian aid workers provide life-saving assistance to suffering people all over the world.

Those workers who live in conflict zones or in areas devastated by natural disasters are especially vulnerable.

Each year, WHD focuses on a theme, bringing together partners from across the humanitarian system to advocate for the survival, well-being and dignity of people affected by crises, and for the safety and security of aid workers.

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