Expert meeting
Expert Meeting on the Humanitarian Crisis in Eastern DRC (part 2)
Following the conversation on the 6th of March this year, KUNO organises this meeting to take stock of the challenges in responding to the humanitarian needs in the region.
Since the rapid offensive by M23 rebels and the seizure of Goma and Bukavu, the Eastern DRC is experiencing a severe, escalated humanitarian crisis. UNHCR reports that some million people are estimated to be displaced in North and South Kivu. Sexual and gender-based violence has surged alarmingly. Critical funding gaps are severely hindering humanitarian efforts in eastern DRC. Thousands are deprived of life-saving aid, protection efforts are under immense strain, and malnutrition cases have escalated. Health centers are overwhelmed, increasing the risk of outbreaks of diseases. The Congolese government and M23 have both just pledged to commit to work towards peace, although it remains unclear what this directly means for the support of the affected people.
– Overview of humanitarian access and challenges in reaching populations in situations of vulnerability in Eastern Congo
– The impact of the current situation on NGOS’ security and safety
– Outlook on the future
– The impact of the current situation on Congolese organisations and how they have had to adapt their operations to address current needs
– The impact of the conflict on women and conflict related sexual violence (CRSV)
- International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO)
- Concert d’Actions pour les Jeunes et Enfants Défavorisés (CAJED)
- Third speaker tbc
This session will be moderated by Kiza Magendane, an independent writer, political scientist, and social entrepreneur. After the speakers’ introductions, the floor will be opened for discussion.
The working language will be English. French-English translation will be provided for those French-speaking joining online.
Please register at kuno@kuno-platform.nl with your name and organisation.
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