Interim Executive Director

Interim Executive Director @mercycorps_uk
Passionate about positive social change and promoting just, peaceful, inclusive societies.

[Mercy Corps - Europe @mercycorps_uk]

A devastating catastrophe is unfolding in Ukraine and in the region, costing and threatening lives and livelihoods, driving families apart and causing mass displacement.

We will be bringing vital assistance to those in need over the coming days and weeks.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

Give safely by following @ScotCharityReg’s safe methods of giving support.

There are humanitarian aid appeals including by charities based in Scotland @sciaf and @mercycorps_uk.

More information can be found here ⬇️

https://t.co/WX0e94QXu1

[Energy 4 Impact @Energy4Impact]

Today in Garissa, Kenya, we celebrated a year of fantastic results in the Energy Cash Plus initiative with partners & donors. Phase 2 has delivered more health, educational & livelihood benefits for poor households by enabling them to buy #solar systems through cash transfers...

[Mercy Corps - Europe @mercycorps_uk]

Climate funding is crucial if we're to try and address the imbalance between rich countries and the rest of the world @newhumanitarian https://t.co/3yM22p4UJU

[Mercy Corps - Europe @mercycorps_uk]

These dark but poignant pieces reflect the horrors of conflict in Syria. @Dr_Ammar_Azzouz shares his experiences of watching the conflict unfold away from his family. https://t.co/0rh5ohexKz

[Tjada D'Oyen McKenna @Tjada]

Today on #GivingTuesday, I’m extremely thankful for everyone who makes @mercycorps' work possible — including our team, the community members we partner with & our loyal supporters. Our work has never been more necessary than it is right now. https://t.co/avQwB2ixFN

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

A new article with reflections on the challenges, opportunities, and progress in the communities @mercycorps_uk supported in 2021 - over 50m people in 40+ countries to meet urgent needs, support sustainable livelihoods, and build stronger communities.

https://t.co/2xK9y9Qgxn

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

Thoughtful analysis and summary of COP26 from @Mercycorps_ UK colleague @LizzyWhitehead1 and other @floodalliance peers:

https://t.co/IwKnGhf0vU

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

Another thought-provoking podcast with @HebyAly and guests @GetachewSS @lhammondsoas @awolallo

https://t.co/zBqPYIf7iD

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

Interesting article about impact of agreements made at #COP26 for humanitarian work:

https://t.co/401eIyYsZU @pauladdobias

[Mercy Corps - Europe @mercycorps_uk]

"We believe that climate change is a driver of the many issues that we experience here. For example, we are having an increased frequency of drought." @SkyNews
https://t.co/f1IM9C4XV9

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

An interesting look at gender and climate smart investment looking at blended finance structures, collecting and analysing data, mitigation finance that benefits women and focus on adaptation:

https://t.co/GTeNZFLCm3

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

Excited to welcome @Ludovic_Subran, @PepijnvanDijk, Paul Y. Song, Emmanuel Lulin and Kristin A. Mannion to the @mercycorps_uk Joint Board! Read more about our new Board Directors here: https://t.co/ptyfoWyqed

[Tjada D'Oyen McKenna @Tjada]

Thrilled to welcome @Ludovic_Subran, @PepijnvanDijk, Paul Y. Song, Emmanuel Lulin and Kristin A. Mannion to the @mercycorps family today! https://t.co/YLXT6Tgfar

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

The blocking of aid and essential services is preventing survivors of sexual violence from obtaining essential post-rape care - from recently released @hrw report:

https://t.co/pS9vuZ6mDe

[Mercy Corps - Europe @mercycorps_uk]

A reminder:

❌ Kenya: 3.6% vaccinated
❌ Nigeria: 1.6% vaccinated
❌ Sudan: 1.4% vaccinated

For many, the crisis isn't over.

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

@lydiadarby_ from @floodalliance has provided some insightful analysis and further reading on gender equity and social inclusion in flood disasters: https://t.co/kqAp5v44Rz

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

Not everyone experiences the impacts of the climate crisis in the same way. @auni_auniket explores how disasters affect rural women Bangladesh: https://t.co/uddzPY564k

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

As #COP26 comes to a close, @mercycorps_uk continue to call on the international community for:
💵Increased funding
📄Commitment to fragile contexts
🧕Locally-led
🌄Linked climate and conflict programmes

[Interim Executive Director @MercyCorps_ED]

A great summary piece from @newhumanitarian on #COP26 from a humanitarian perspective. Highly recommend having a look at some of the articles listed: https://t.co/k7zvFER3MV