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          What we do

          What we do

          Concern implements a huge diversity of programmes, designed to address specific causes of extreme poverty in communities across 26 countries. These programmes are guided by these six thematic focus areas. 

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          Hadija, from the Yalatiff women group showcases part of the honey harvested by her group in Handaraku

          Livelihoods

          Livelihoods

          We are enabling people living in extreme poverty to forge a way out through secure livelihoods. 

          Halima Bare measures her child Iqra Hassan's mid upper arm circumference (MUAC),

          Health and nutrition

          Health and nutrition

          We work towards the survival and wellbeing of the world's most vulnerable communities.

          Bashun Qatu and Talabo Gonjoba during a science class at Maikona primary school, Marsabit County, Kenya

          Education

          Education

          Education is key to breaking the poverty cycle, and improving health, nutrition, income and opportunities for all children.

          Concern staff unloading truck of supplies in Turkiye

          Emergencies

          Emergencies

          In emergencies, we act quickly to save lives. Once the crisis has passed, we remain to rebuild livelihoods.

          Students in Rajapur High School in Shoronkhola

          Gender equality

          Gender equality

          We tackle gender equality to empower people living in extreme poverty.

          Maula, a farmer in Sindh

          Climate and environment

          Climate and environment

          We support communities affected by climate change and work with them to build their resilience to its devastating effects. 

          Our impact in 2023

          15.5 M icon
          15.5 M

          people reached through our emergency response

          9 M icon
          9 M

          people reached through our health interventions

          2.3 M icon
          2.3 M

          people reached through our livelihoods programmes

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