Manja Vidic

Sharing here fascinating developments and news on the topic of #humanitarian, #development and the in-between; Head of UN OCHA Philippines

[Tom Fletcher @UNReliefChief]

The Philippines faces another storm.

I've allocated US$5.95 million from @UNCERF, one of the fastest ways to deliver funds in emergencies, in this case within just minutes of early warnings to support communities most at risk.

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

The bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities by the US marks a perilous turn in a region that cannot endure another cycle of destruction.

As I just told the Security Council, we must act immediately & decisively to halt the fighting & return to serious, sustained negotiations on the Iran nuclear programme.

To avoid a rathole of retaliation after retaliation, diplomacy must prevail.

Civilians must be protected.

Safe maritime navigation must be guaranteed.

[Connecting Business Initiative (CBI) @Connecting_biz]

What does it look like when business is integrated into disaster management, from policies to processes, for a collective take on fostering resilience?

The Philippines' journey is a great example of what's possible.

Find out what that means in our new case study, out today!

[Pacific Disaster Center - PDC Global @PDC_Global]

PDC is assisting partners and monitoring the current situation after major earthquakes, M7.7 and 6.4 rocked Myanmar and Thailand, causing the collapse of a skyscraper under construction in Bangkok. PDC's initial impact estimates indicate potentially severe impacts to the population and critical infrastructure in Myanmar.

We will continue to monitor the situation and collaborate with the humanitarian assistance and response community as more information develops.
#MyanmarEarthquake #disasteraware #SaferWorld
@INDOPACOM
@AHACentre
@ifrc
@UNOCHA

[Indrika Ratwatte @IndrikaRatwatte]

Yesterday, we launched the 2025 Humanitarian Needs & Response Plan for #Afghanistan. Of the 22.9M ppl in need, we aim to reach 16.8M most vulnerable & will require US$2.42B to deliver. Your continued support and solidarity are crucial.

Read it here ⬇️
https://t.co/8q0oYSyiAf

[OCHA Afghanistan @OCHAAfg]

📅 19 December
📍 Kabul
Humanitarian partners in Afghanistan will 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 the 2025 Humanitarian Needs & Response Plan. It's the collective & comprehensive approach to saving lives, alleviating suffering & maintaining the dignity of Afghans in crucial need.

Read more ⬇️

[OCHA Afghanistan @OCHAAfg]

📢 Just launched: #Afghanistan Humanitarian Needs & Response Plan 2025

🔹In 2025, an estimated 𝟐𝟐.𝟗𝐌 people will need humanitarian aid.
🔹𝐔𝐒$𝟐.𝟒𝟐𝐁 is required to support 𝟏𝟔.𝟖𝐌 people in need.

Find it here ⬇️

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

“Although to rarely in the headlines, #Afghanistan remains in the grip of a staggering humanitarian crisis,” warns @UNReliefChief Tom Fletcher

Read more ⤵️
https://t.co/zlPFTioLeE

[DFA Philippines 🇵🇭 @DFAPHL]

DFA🇵🇭 Asec Almojuela @UNDRR_AsiaPac @OCHAAsiaPac launched #APMCDRR2024 Exhibit “Closing the Gap” featuring global initiative to shape norms to protect persons in the event of disasters 🇵🇭@PHMissionNY chairs @UN process to move #PPED forward.
@UNDRR @UNOCHA
#DFAForgingAhead

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

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@OCHAPhilippines Head of Office @manjav11 took the stage at the Philippine Pavilion’s “DRR & Poverty Reduction” session during #APMCDRR2024, bringing focus to the deep connections between poverty, disaster impacts & climate change on the country’s most vulnerable populations.

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

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Vincent Omuga, Deputy Head of Office/OIC, OCHA ROAP; Marco Toscano-Rivalta, UNDRR Regional Director; & Ma. Teresa Almojuela, DFA Asst. Secretary, UN & Int'l Organizations, led the opening of photo exhibit “Closing the Gap: Strengthening Protection in Disasters.

#APMCDRR2024

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

This forum’s success wouldn’t have been possible without everyone’s support. Heartfelt thanks to the UN agencies for their steadfast commitment & to all INGOs, NGOs, CSOs, & officials who joined us. Your presence & dedication truly made this impactful.

#APMCDRR2024

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

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TODAY IS THE DAY!

Learn from the experts. Listen to the stories. Understand the resilient strategies.

"From the ground up: Prototyping Anticipatory Action from a community & grassroot perspective in the PH.

Read the session here:
https://t.co/xVp0ZpLnfB

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

JOIN US!

Meet Arfel Diago, MDRRMO, and one of our panelists for "From the Ground Up: Prototyping Anticipatory Action from a Community and Grassroots Perspective in the Philippines." Join us at the Philippine Pavilion, PICC, on October 15!

https://t.co/ASOupwP2jc

[Melissa Fleming 🇺🇳 @MelissaFleming]

Today, @UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres appointed @TFletcher as Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs & Emergency Relief Coordinator, @UNOCHA
A great choice of leader + advocate for humanitarians and the people they serve.
https://t.co/Q9S3bLMuNO

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

JOIN US!

Meet Visitacion Apostol from @GoodNeighborsPH, one of our panelists for "From the Ground Up: Prototyping Anticipatory Action from a Community and Grassroots Perspective in the Philippines." Join us at the Philippine Pavilion, PICC, on October 15!
https://t.co/ASOupwP2jc

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

YOU'RE INVITED!

From the ground up: Prototyping Anticipatory Action from a community and grassroot perspective in the Philippines.

Tuesday, 15 October, Philippine Pavilion, PICC

Read our event session here:
https://t.co/ASOupwP2jc

[OCHA Philippines @OCHAPhilippines]

ANTICIPATORY ACTION

The Framework outlines a large-scale anticipatory action pilot for typhoon response. It covers forecasting triggers, pre-agreed action plans & financing focusing on evidence-gathering. It aims is to reduce impact of typhoons.

Read:
https://t.co/D4rSRsqCkM

[United Nations @UN]

📸: The original manuscript of the UN Charter preamble, complete with handwritten notes.

Learn more about the Charter as world leaders gather at UNHQ in New York next week for the 79th session of the UN General Assembly. https://t.co/swaalYquKT

#UNGA

[@dswdserves @dswdserves]

Let us protect and respect humanity!

On August 19, we commemorate World Humanitarian Day (WHD) honoring the courageous aid workers who dedicate their lives to humanitarian service.

This year's #ActForHumanity campaign demands action against attacks on aid workers and civilians, and advocates for the enforcement of International Humanitarian Law to end impunity.

#BawatBuhayMahalagaSaDSWD❤️
#WorldHumanitarianDay