what is world humanitarian day?On 19 August2003, a bomb attack on the Canal Hotel in Baghdad, Iraq, killed 22 humanitarian aid workers, including the UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Sergio Vieira de Mello. Five years later, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating19 August as World Humanitarian Day (WHD).Each year, WHD focuses on a theme, bringing together partners from across the humanitarian system to advocate for the survival, well-being and dignity of people affected by crises, and for the safety and security of aid workers' is a campaign by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
hello class today we will be learning about world humanitarian day
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how can we as individuals or organizations help contribute to these efforts?
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well, we candonate: Support reputable humanitarian organizations financially. Even small contributions can make a significant impact.Volunteer: Offer your time and skills to local or international NGOs. This could be through direct service or administrative support.Raise Awareness: Use social media platforms to share information about humanitarian issues and organizations that need support.Organize Fundraisers: Host events like bake sales, charity runs, or online crowdfunding campaigns to raise money for humanitarian causes.Advocate: Write to your elected representatives about humanitarian issues or participate in campaigns that aim to influence policy.Educate Yourself and Others: Learn about the issues facing different communities and share that knowledge with your network.