Crisis Updates

September 9, 2021 — All impacted Child Development Centers have received food and hygiene kits or cash transfers to distribute to affected beneficiaries and their families.

September 9, 2021 — Heavy rains in the northern part of the Colombia have caused damage in Bolivar and Córdoba.

September 7, 2021 - On August 20, 2021, Hurricane Grace made landfall north of Veracruz, Sierra de Veracruz and Puebla, Mexico.

Tropical storm Fred brought heavy rains and wind and affected the provinces of La Altagracia, La Romana, Santo Domingo, San Pedro de Macoris, El Seibo, San Cristobal, Monseñor Nouel, San Jose de Ocoa, Hato Mayor, Azua, Peravia, Barahona, Sanchez Ramirez and La Vega.

August 11, 2021— Due to increasing violence and political instability, along with the inability to communicate with or deliver any aid to the Tigray region in Ethiopia, Compassion has made the difficult decision to suspend its operations in that portion of the country, effective immediately.

July 13, 2021 — The flooding situation has resolved in Recife and João Pessoas. In total, 163 beneficiaries and one Child Development Center were reported as affected.

July 12, 2021 — The flooding situation has resolved in the western and north western areas of Sri Lanka. In total, 832 beneficiaries and three Child Development Centers (CDCs) were reported as affected by Cyclone Yaas and subsequent monsoon rains.

July 8, 2021 — The rains and strong winds continue to affect several cities located on the coasts of our country. A total of 90 beneficiaries and one tutor have been reported affected as the roofs of their houses were damaged and their homes flooded.