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Sinclair, Inc. Partners with Magen David Adom for Fundraising Initiative in Support of Humanitarian Services

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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Sinclair, Inc. today announced the company has launched Sinclair Cares: Humanitarian Relief in Israel, a fundraising partnership in conjunction with Magen David Adom (MDA), an affiliate of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, to help with their efforts providing humanitarian relief and emergency medical services for all people in Israel, regardless of religious creed or political belief.

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  • Sinclair, Inc. today announced the company has launched Sinclair Cares: Humanitarian Relief in Israel, a fundraising partnership in conjunction with Magen David Adom (MDA), an affiliate of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, to help with their efforts providing humanitarian relief and emergency medical services for all people in Israel, regardless of religious creed or political belief.
  • Beginning today, Sinclair Cares will be raising funds to support the delivery of emergency medical aid, ambulances, and blood bank services.
  • In addition, the company will match employee donations through Sinclair’s Matching Gifts Program.
  • To learn more about Sinclair Cares: Humanitarian Relief in Israel or to assist with the relief effort, please visit Sinclair Cares .

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Leverage Twilio Flex to Streamline Humanitarian Aid Delivery

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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This collaboration reinforces the importance of delivering humanitarian aid at scale with technology, as the IFRC is set to further extend its humanitarian reach with Twilio Flex in 15 additional countries.

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  • This collaboration reinforces the importance of delivering humanitarian aid at scale with technology, as the IFRC is set to further extend its humanitarian reach with Twilio Flex in 15 additional countries.
  • The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has displaced over eight million individuals, creating a pressing demand for efficient and responsive humanitarian services.
  • Looking forward, the IFRC plans to continue leveraging the power of Twilio Flex to offer personalized aid.
  • To learn more about how to use Flex to expand your organizations reach, visit: https://www.twilio.com/flex .

DIHAD Celebrates International Day of Peace

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Throughout its nearly two-decade journey dedicated to serving humanity and promoting peace, DIHAD Sustainable Humanitarian Organisation continues its mission to serve humanity. In past years, DIHAD has been actively engaged on a remarkable mission, launching impactful initiatives in collaboration with a variety of public and private entities. As a result, the value of these initiatives has exceeded 165 million euros and provided help to over 190 countries.

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  • On the notable occasion of the International Day of Peace, observed annually on September 21st, it is important to emphasize the United Arab Emirates unwavering commitment to promoting peace and enhancing global stability.
  • Aligned with the UAE's vision of propagating goodwill and peace, DIHAD holds firm in its effective role to assist vulnerable communities and reinforcing the bonds of peace around the world.
  • His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Abdulsalam Al Madani, Chairman of DIHAD Sustainable Humanitarian Organisation, commented: "At DIHAD, we place great importance on promoting the values of tolerance, love, and peace worldwide.
  • Additionally, the DIHAD Conference & Exhibition, organised by the DIHAD Organisation, holds significant prominence as a platform dedicated to fostering peace and advancing the collective well-being of humanity.

IFRC Launches Groundbreaking Financial Mechanism to Transform Disaster Response

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies ( IFRC ), in collaboration with global professional services firm Aon, Lloyd’s Disaster Risk Facility and the Centre for Disaster Protection, has announced a pioneering approach to disaster response.

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  • The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies ( IFRC ), in collaboration with global professional services firm Aon, Lloyd’s Disaster Risk Facility and the Centre for Disaster Protection, has announced a pioneering approach to disaster response.
  • The groundbreaking risk transfer mechanism will ensure swift and agile support is available when a disaster occurs.
  • This tool provides a backstop for the IFRC's Disaster Response Emergency Fund ( DREF ).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230906947243/en/
    The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launches a groundbreaking financial mechanism to transform disaster response.

Snappy Partners with Change to Support Earthquake Relief Efforts in Turkey and Syria

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Snappy, a leading corporate gifting platform, has partnered with Change, a technology platform powering donations and social impact, to support earthquake relief efforts in Turkey and Syria. Change provides the technology that allows Snappy gift recipients to choose charitable donations as one of their gift options, broadening the opportunity to give back. At time of publishing, Snappy customers have raised over $20,000 to organizations that are helping in impacted regions.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Snappy , a leading corporate gifting platform, has partnered with Change , a technology platform powering donations and social impact, to support earthquake relief efforts in Turkey and Syria.
  • Change provides the technology that allows Snappy gift recipients to choose charitable donations as one of their gift options, broadening the opportunity to give back.
  • At time of publishing, Snappy customers have raised over $20,000 to organizations that are helping in impacted regions.
  • Following the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, relief organizations sounded the alarm to support rebuilding efforts.

Huntsman and Associates Donate $210,000 for Earthquake Relief in Turkey

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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The company donation is in addition to $70,100 contributed by Huntsman associates worldwide.

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  • The company donation is in addition to $70,100 contributed by Huntsman associates worldwide.
  • With the company double-matching the employees' donations, the combined total impact toward earthquake relief is more than $210,000.
  • "Our teams always come together to help others when crisis strikes," said Chairman, President and CEO Peter Huntsman.
  • In February, after the earthquake struck and after confirming that our employees in Turkey were safe, Huntsman encouraged associates globally to support ongoing relief efforts, promising a company match for any funds given.

Simón Bolívar Foundation announces new initiatives to support health programs for Venezuelan and other migrants in Latin America and in the United States

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Monday, March 6, 2023
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This initiative was made possible thanks to an additional donation from CITGO Petroleum Corporation in 2022 to support this growing crisis.

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  • This initiative was made possible thanks to an additional donation from CITGO Petroleum Corporation in 2022 to support this growing crisis.
  • The United Nations (UN) estimates the number of Venezuelan migrants and refugees worldwide at 7.1 million, making it one of the world's largest external displacement crises.
  • The number of migrants arriving to the U.S. from Cuba, Venezuela, Colombia and Nicaragua has increased significantly since January 2021.
  • GlobalGiving received a $150,000 grant to support programs in the U.S. and Latin America that provide relief to Venezuelan and other migrants in need.

FedEx Delivers Critical Aid, Commits More Than $1 Million Amid Earthquake Crisis Impacting Turkey and Syria

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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Overnight, the company chartered a FedEx MD-11 of dedicated relief from Dubai, UAE, to Istanbul, Turkey.

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  • Overnight, the company chartered a FedEx MD-11 of dedicated relief from Dubai, UAE, to Istanbul, Turkey.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230221005583/en/
    “FedEx is committed to helping the many communities impacted by the earthquakes during this incredibly difficult time,” FedEx President and CEO Raj Subramaniam said.
  • FedEx donated $100k on February 8 to the American Red Cross to aid recovery efforts in Turkey and Syrian communities.
  • FedEx worked with U.S.-based World Central Kitchen to ship aid from Madrid, Spain and Capitol Heights, Maryland, U.S. to Adana, Turkey.

Romanian Red Cross Automates Reporting of Vital Support for Ukrainian Refugees with UiPath

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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The RRC’s heightened reporting needs immediately strained their staff and digital infrastructure, which is designed to sustain an annual, centralized reporting cycle.

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  • The RRC’s heightened reporting needs immediately strained their staff and digital infrastructure, which is designed to sustain an annual, centralized reporting cycle.
  • As a result, the RRC’s Bucharest headquarters struggled to obtain reliable data fast from its 47 regional centers collecting donations in support of Ukrainian refugees in Romania.
  • “As the humanitarian crisis deepened, the Romanian Red Cross joined in the first line of response in supporting Ukrainian refugees in Romania,” said RRC Director Ioan-Silviu Lefter.
  • “We needed to provide insight to the Romanian authorities on the donations and help we were providing to Ukrainian refugees.

Health: A Political Choice - Investing in Health For All Launches at World Health Summit ahead of the G20 Bali Summit

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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The latest in this series of publications launches at the World Health Summit - Berlin, 1618 October.

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  • The latest in this series of publications launches at the World Health Summit - Berlin, 1618 October.
  • Combining voices of leaders in health for true Health Equity, it examines how we improve the the global state of physical and mental health and well-being for everyone.
  • Health: A Political Choice Investing in Health For Alladdresses the gaps in global health care and services and considers where targeted investment can help us to heal and thrive.
  • It covers the multisectoral collaboration required to address the challenges of and achieve the goal of true global health equity.