Archive: ldenboef
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Column CEO: My cradle stood in the Netherlands, and that brings a responsibility
Written by: Agnes Kroese A large group of people has gathered around the ambulance. It is July 2023 and I am in a remote village…
Explainer: what is International Humanitarian Law?
International Humanitarian Law provides vital guidance and boundaries during war and conflict. But what exactly does this body of law entail and does Dorcas need…
Developments in the Middle East and the work of Dorcas
Recently, the protracted conflict between Israel and the Palestinian territories has escalated. The situation currently remains uncertain. We do not work in the affected areas….
Dorcas and Woord en Daad sign partnership agreement on job creation in Ethiopia
Dorcas and Woord en Daad will continue their cooperation on job creation for Ethiopian youth in 2023. Since 2016, Dorcas and Woord en Daad have…
New record in 2022 of forced displacement
By the end of 2022, a total of 108.4 million people is forcibly displaced worldwide. An increase of 19.1 million people in just one year….
Faithfully moving forward: annual report 2022
2022 marked the first year of our new strategic period. Even though it was the start of a new strategic period and despite the change…
Call from more than 100 Dutch development organisations: ‘Reverse cuts on development cooperation’
More than 3.4 billion euros will be cut from the Dutch budget for development cooperation and humanitarian assistance in the coming years if the government’s…
World Water Day
Water affects us all. Clean water is a fundamental human need and an essential resource for life. Ensuring access to safe and clean water is…
Women’s empowerment with clean cooking
Today is International Women’s Day: a day that is celebrated around the world! On this day, we specifically acknowledge and honour the achievements and strength…
How do we overcome barriers in an increasingly divided world?
Today is the 16th World Day of Social Justice. This year’s theme is: Overcoming Barriers and Unleashing Opportunities for Social Justice. Strengthening socials justice is…