Zein Tayyeb

An advocate for humanitarian assistance. Currently working as Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Civil-Military Coordination with OCHA. Views and tweets are my own.

[OCHA MENA @ocharomena]

تركت #غزة لدى زميلتنا زين @zaintayyeb أسئلةً وذكرياتٍ وفهماً مختلفاً لما يمكن أن تبدو عليه #الإنسانية في أكثر اللحظات قسوة وقتامة - لكنها على ذلك لا تخلو من اللطف والأمل.

[UN Humanitarian @UNOCHA]

Gaza left our colleague Zein Tayyeb with questions, memories and a different understanding of what humanity can look like in the darkest moments.

In her own words.

[Imran Riza @Imran_Riza]

Nour’s story speaks to something I have seen across #Lebanon: people turning their own loss into support for others.

Young women like Nour play a crucial role in the humanitarian response &community recovery. Their experience, leadership &voices must be part of what comes next.

[OCHA Lebanon @OCHALebanon]

As the crisis enters its 4th month, critical assistance is at risk of interruption due to funding shortfalls.

📢 5 June: Launch of revised Flash Appeal to mobilize resources and sustain the response.

🔗Latest Humanitarian Update:
https://t.co/baE32dDli3

[OCHA Lebanon @OCHALebanon]

💥Hostilities continue in Lebanon despite the ceasefire extension announcement.

🏠 Displacement orders force more people to leave their homes, putting more pressure on shelters and the families hosting them.

Latest update ➡️
https://t.co/MaT0xFaQGY

[Imran Riza @Imran_Riza]

🧵1/4 Visited south #Lebanon today w/ @UNHCRLebanon @UNDP_Lebanon & @OCHALebanon

Met @UNIFIL_ HoM @DiodatoAbagnara & peacekeepers in Naqoura. Deep admiration for their commitment during these very difficult times.

We spoke of how to better reach, support and protect civilians

[Imran Riza @Imran_Riza]

2/3 Impressive to see ongoing efforts to assess damage and support affected communities despite the immense challenges.

Municipalities are working tirelessly to restore electricity, telecommunications & other basic services to help people cope and begin rebuilding with dignity.

[UNICEF Lebanon @UNICEFLebanon]

UNICEF welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in #Lebanon last night. This step offers a critical opportunity to protect children and families who have endured immense suffering.

Over the past 46 days, children have paid a devastating price. At least 172 children have reportedly been killed and 661 injured. More than 415,000 children have been displaced.

This ceasefire must hold. We reiterate the United Nations Secretary General call for everyone to fully respect the ceasefire and to comply with international law at all times.

Children need more than a pause in hostilities – they need a real chance to recover.

Recovery will take time as widespread destruction of homes, hospitals, schools and infrastructure will limit children’s access to essential services. Restoring education, healthcare, water systems, and other basic services is a priority.

UNICEF continues to work with the Lebanese government and partners to meet urgent needs to support the path to recovery. It calls on all countries and donors to urgently join these efforts to ensure children have access to the protection, care, and opportunities they need - to heal, rebuild their lives, and reach their full potential.

[Imran Riza @Imran_Riza]

Deeply disturbed by repeated attacks on health facilities and workers in #SouthLebanon.

Last night, 12 health workers were killed in an airstrike on a primary health care center in Burj Qalaouiyah.

Health facilities and health workers are #NotATarget.

[United Nations @UN]

In Gaza, unexploded ordnance — bombs and missiles that didn’t detonate — put communities in grave danger.

@UNMAS & partners are working to remove these hazards, protect lives, and create safe routes for people and humanitarian aid.

https://t.co/MlFuMMqKUq

[OCHA MENA @ocharomena]

By investing in learning and operational readiness, we equip both emerging and experienced responders with the tools to deliver principled, effective, and people-centred humanitarian action across the region and beyond.

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[Joyce Msuya @JoyceMsuya]

Reflecting on my visit to #Jordan.

Spending time with colleagues at @ocharomena, I was inspired by their dedication – and share their concerns for the future of humanitarian work amid the attacks on our mandate and funding.

I wanted to share their voices, in their own words.✨

[Joyce Msuya @JoyceMsuya]

A privilege to meet Secretary General @DAAlfayez 🇯🇴.

Jordan’s humanitarian leadership – from welcoming refugees to facilitating access – is an example for many.

Grateful for our strong partnership and Jordan's commitment to multilateralism in serving those most in need.

[Joyce Msuya @JoyceMsuya]

A joy to reconnect with the formidable @NyantiSara on the sidelines of the #SocialSummit2025 in Doha.

Her resilience and steadfast leadership continue to elevate Liberia’s voice on the global stage.

A true inspiration. 🌍🇱🇷🇺🇳

[UK at the UN 🇬🇧🇺🇳 @UKUN_NewYork]

What is happening in Gaza is indefensible.

It is inhumane.

It is utterly unjustifiable.

And it must end now.

Deputy Prime Minister @DavidLammy’s address to the 80th UN General Assembly.

[Juliette Touma @JulietteTouma]

#CeasefireNow

[OCHA MENA @ocharomena]

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[WFP Haiti (PAM) @WFP_Haiti]

In #Haiti, insecurity complicates movement of lifesaving humanitarian cargo.

This week, a @WFP cargo flight organized by @logcluster delivered 6 tonnes of essential medical supplies for @UNICEFHaiti.

Despite challenges, WFP logistics support the entire humanitarian community.

[UN Humanitarian @UNOCHA]

🔴 Attacks on aid workers must end.
🔴 Perpetrators must be held accountable.
🔴 We cannot become numb to this violence.

Member States gathering today at the UN #SecurityCouncil must demand accountability, prevent more killing and act on resolution 2730.

#NotATarget

[Zein Tayyeb @zaintayyeb]

Honored and grateful for this recognition! Civil-military coordination in humanitarian action is a challenging but necessary space, and I am proud to contribute alongside so many dedicated colleagues.

#HumanitarianWomen #Leadership #AccessMatters #WomenInAction

[OCHA MENA @ocharomena]

As part of highlighting the contributions of women in humanitarian action, meet @zaintayyeb breaking barriers in civil-military coordination.

Her mission? Facilitating humanitarian access in some of the most complex and challenging contexts.

👉 https://t.co/55rmTIfunj