Recognising Palestine is significant but UK must do more to stop genocide. More here: bit.ly/4nkcSiY

“It’s galling that our PM will roll out the red carpet for a President who has done so much to endanger gender equality & human rights around the world," said ActionAid UK co-CEO Hannah Bond, warning that the UK should hold the US govt to account instead of following in its footsteps. bit.ly/47SS79n

UK must act after UN inquiry finding of genocide in Gaza. More here: bit.ly/4mc0Fvf

45 humanitarian and civil society organisations today warn that Israel’s assault on Gaza City amounts to a death sentence. Intensified Israeli military attacks and forced displacement orders are leaving families to risk death on the road or stay and face relentless bombardment. bit.ly/464ub1u

Overseas aid cuts have removed billions in humanitarian support, fuelling a worldwide health crisis for women. Here in the BMJ, ActionAid UK calls for reform of the global finance system to improve the lives of women and girls in a post-aid future. bit.ly/4m4QJ6J

‘Shameful’ for UK govt to meet Israeli President amid Gaza atrocities. More here: bit.ly/41J58hU

While thousands of people are fleeing Gaza City in fear of Israeli attacks, one of ActionAid’s local partners, the Palestinian Development Women Studies Association, has chosen to remain. You can help the PDWSA continue their vital work by donating to our Gaza Appeal here ➡️ bit.ly/4gehXoy

Gaza City offensive threatens ActionAid partners and puts pregnant women at risk. More here: www.actionaid.org.uk/latest-news/...

Children are facing violence, battling hunger and being displaced in Gaza. But something else is being taken from them - their education. Share this post if you believe no child should face having their future destroyed. You can also donate to our Gaza Appeal using the link below. bit.ly/4gehXoy

"[David Lammy]leaves behind a reckless record of enabling arms sales to an Israeli regime starving Gaza while reducing the UK’s aid budget to its lowest level since 1991. The new Foreign Sec must break with this govt’s disastrous course." ActionAid's statement on David Lammy's exit: bit.ly/465IKAj

"In this earthquake, one of my daughters-in-law was killed and I have lost 8 grandchildren. All our animals were killed. We urgently need help; we have not received much support yet.” Afghanistan earthquake survivors tell of widespread devastation and loss. Full report: bit.ly/45ShrLf

The devastating earthquake in Afghanistan has killed more than 1,400 people and left thousands injured and without shelter. ActionAid is working with local partners to deliver emergency aid to families in need. Please help us reach more people by donating to our appeal: bit.ly/4n7QTeG

The people of Gaza are being forced from their homes as Israel continues its assault on Gaza City. However many of the displaced people are malnourished, making leaving their homes even more dangerous. Please support them by donating to our Gaza Appeal using the link below. bit.ly/4gehXoy

"The drones are always there... like a punishment': A diary of daily life in Gaza" Tasneem a humanitarian aid worker in Gaza shares what day-to-day life is like for her in Deir al Balah. news.sky.com/story/the-dr...

Amira, who is due to give birth in a month, has revealed the realities of living in a war zone as a pregnant woman. Her experience is not unique. You can help deliver urgently-needed aid including food and cooking fuel by donating to our Gaza Appeal using the link below. bit.ly/4gehXoy

Famine in Gaza has been officially confirmed by the IPC (Integrated Food Security Phase Classification). You can help deliver supplies including food and fuel to people in Gaza who urgently need them by donating to our Gaza Appeal using the link below. bit.ly/4gehXoy

Famine in Gaza a ‘deep stain on humanity’, says ActionAid UK co-CEO. More here: bit.ly/4fSTTZY

“This work is the thin line between life and death for the people of Gaza.” This week we celebrated World Humanitarian Day to show appreciation for aid workers around the world. To support humanitarians like Tasneem in Gaza you can donate to our Gaza Appeal using the link below. bit.ly/4gehXoy

Today we’re celebrating World Humanitarian Day. Alaa Abusamra explains how delivering aid in Gaza has now become a matter of life and death, ‘not just for those receiving it, but for those providing it too’. You can support aid workers by donating to our Gaza Appeal using this link: bit.ly/4gehXoy

You can still make your voice heard by emailing the prime minister and foreign secretary, demanding action in Gaza using this link ➡️ bit.ly/4lxb7gF Our pre-written email asks the UK Government to do everything possible to bring about a permanent ceasefire Gaza.

Will you demand action in Gaza? Make your voice heard - email the prime minster and foreign secretary using this link ➡️ bit.ly/4lxb7gF Our pre-written email asks the UK Government to do everything possible to bring about a permanent ceasefire. Send your email using the link above.

“Climate justice demands skills, courage and decisive actions.” From Jordan, Rand Al Khushman calls for youth inclusion in shaping climate action. Rand is part of Global Platforms which equips young people to lead in their communities & beyond. #IYD2025 #InternationalYouthDay #YouthForClimate

“We are deeply alarmed that the Israeli government has decided to push ahead with its plan to take control of Gaza City, which clearly violates international humanitarian law," said ActionAid UK co-CEO Hannah Bond today, calling it a "horrifying escalation." Read our statement here: bit.ly/4otqc5t

While the medical professionals are working round the clock to care for the people of Gaza, they are still running desperately low on supplies. You can help them by donating to the Gaza Appeal using the link below. bit.ly/4gehXoy

Palestinian statehood is not a bargaining chip, says ActionAid UK, amid Israel’s assault on Gaza. More here: bit.ly/4l0aqfu

ActionAid responds to the temporary humanitarian pause and airdropped aid in Gaza. Read our full statement: www.actionaid.org.uk/latest-news/...

Urgent Evacuations in Cambodia as Violence Intensifies. More here: bit.ly/45l1sF1

In 2021, ActionAid ran the UK Aid Match appeal, She is the Answer, and thanks to our supporters and partners, we achieved something incredible. Supported by the UK government, this 3 month campaign saw every donation matched pound for pound. Read how your support made a difference. 👉🏼 bit.ly/46Xb6yM

Landmark ICJ opinion offers hope to climate-affected communities. More here: bit.ly/40tAPes

States can and must save lives before there are none left to save, ActionAid and more than 100 other organisations working in Gaza are warning today. More here: bit.ly/45gTYmu

Hunger in Gaza reaches catastrophic levels. More here: bit.ly/44VG9bJ

“[The UK] had wonderful programs around supporting local women-led organisations,” which are facing profound challenges from the Taliban in their ability to operate, said Srikanta Misra, country director at Action Aid, Afghanistan. @the-independent.com www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

🌱 In 2021, She is the Answer raised £2.26M (incl. UK Aid Match) to support women-led climate action in Cambodia. 53,688 people were reached directly & 60,000 more benefited in their communities. Women face the worst of climate change—yet lead the way in resilience. Find out more. bit.ly/4kFRMJF

Today 20 Palestinians were killed in a crowd crush at a Gaza aid station that was being run by an Israeli-backed American organisation, prompting concerns about Israeli involvement in aid distribution to Gaza. Help deliver aid to the people of Gaza by donating to our Gaza Appeal: bit.ly/4gehXoy

ActionAid condemns killing of civilians at militarised Gaza aid site. More here: bit.ly/44N0dwW

Hannah Bond, Co-CEO of ActionAid UK, said of the deal (1/3): "We stand in solidarity with the people most affected by, and those working on, immigration and border violence in calling out the UK Government’s so-called “one in, one out” deal with France."

A lack of fuel means the telecoms network in Gaza is close to collapse, depriving the people of Gaza of the chance to stay connected with their loved ones or share their stories with the world. You can support the people of Gaza by donating to our Gaza Appeal using the link below. bit.ly/4gehXoy

Spot the difference? HSBC's reporting fails to include the carbon released by fossil fuel companies they invest in. Our report reveals more about HSBC's investments and gives our recommendations to the UK government to hold big banks accountable. Read the report today: bit.ly/4euuAfT

As reports of atrocities in Gaza continue, 22 NGOs have come together to urge the UK Government to hold a public inquiry into whether the UK has contributed to any violations of international humanitarian law since October 2023. Read the letter here: www.actionaid.org.uk/latest-news/...

HSBC's investments generated a collosal 357 million tons of CO2 between 2021 and 2023. This is more than the whole of the UK generated in 2022. Learn more in our latest report and sign our petition demanding that UK banks stop fuelling the climate crisis: bit.ly/3GkG2yk

It's the small, marginalised communites around the world who face the consequences of HSBC's investments. The latest report from @ActionAidUK exposes these investments and gives recommendations on banks and their environmental impact on the planet. bit.ly/4euuAfT

Ever heard of Societal Cost of Carbon (SCC)? It's something you won't hear big banks talking about. Read our report 'Who pays the price? The cost of HSBC's climate damages' to learn more about the SCC and our recommendations for a fairer banking system. bit.ly/4euuAfT

ActionAid UK Cuts Ties With HSBC After £128bn Climate Damage Link. More here: bit.ly/3G4JvRz

Government Must End Arm Sales to Israel Despite Court Decision. More here: bit.ly/4nrRzfK

While tensions between Israel and Iran remain, the people of Gaza are still suffering. Here Riham explains how new mothers and children are in urgent need of aid, including food and water. You can help deliver it to them by donating to the Gaza Appeal using the link in our bio. bit.ly/4gehXoy

More than 500 people have been killed while trying to reach supply distribution sites run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. ActionAid Palestine country director Jamil Sawalmeh tells BBC that this scheme violates basic humanitarian principles and is incapable of meeting the staggering needs.

Today marks one month since the launch of the “Gaza Humanitarian Foundation” (GHF), a US-Israel militarised distribution scheme, where 516 people* have been killed trying to reach distribution sites. Read our full statement: www.actionaid.org.uk/latest-news/...

Water is becoming a scarcity in Gaza. Children are missing their education as they have to queue to receive water each day. You can donate to the Gaza Appeal using the link below to help deliver aid, including water, to people in Gaza who urgently need it. bit.ly/4gehXoy

ActionAid warns as finance conference falls short of expectations. More here: bit.ly/447InV7

This September, join us and people around the world to demand real change from our governments: ✅ Tax the super-rich ✅ Protect workers, not billionaires ✅ Make polluters pay Sign up for the London event at makethempay.org.uk @makethempay.bsky.social