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March 2010
Yemen: Humanitarian need comes to light in the new ceasefire – 4 March 2010
In the first few weeks after the ceasefire was concluded in North Yemen, The full extent of the humanitarian need emerges.
New agreements in Sudan cause for tentative optimism? – 4 March 2010
A new ceasefire agreement is signed; preparations are underway for general elections and a referendum. But there is still a long way to go for this troubled country.
Grass-roots Giving: Increasing the power of the individual remittance – 4 March 2010
In the last few years, migrant workers sending money home have made a considerable impact on their native countries' GDPs. In many cases as much as 10 per cent of the recipient country's GDP comes from remittances, and in a few as much as 20 per cent. But stringent restrictions and exorbitant fees are hampering this innovative form of grass roots poverty reduction.
February 2010
Fragile hope in North Yemen – 17 February 2010
Reports from Sanaa, Yemen suggest that a recent ceasefire in the North of the country could enable access for humanitarian agencies.
UN OCHA Regional Humanitarian Update – 16 February 2010
OCHA brings the latest news from the Middle East and Northern Africa. Click here to access the Newsletter.
Comment: Muslim - Christian clashes create havoc on all sides. – 3 February 2010
The Humanitarian Forum President Dr Hany El Banna, comments on the recent outbreaks of inter-religious fighting.
January 2010
Fresh misery for displaced citizens as aftershock shakes Haiti – 20 January 2010
While the original aid effort struggles to cope with the aftermath of last week's earthquake in port au Prince, a second huge quake has spread further panic amongst Haiti's devastated population.
Tensions high, food supply low in Somalia – 20 January 2010
The Humanitarian Forum and partners work to avoid a potentially devastating stand-off developing between the World Food Programme in Somalia and local groups.
Call to action as Haiti hit by devastating quake – 18 January 2010
Humanitarian actors sprang into action this week as Haiti was devastated by an earthquake which has left tens of thousands dead or wounded, and thousands more unaccounted for. The earthquake, which hit Haiti’s capital, Port au Prince on Tuesday just before 5pm local time, registered 7.0 magnitude and is thought to be the most devastating in the region for centuries.
December 2009
Comment: Switzerland defines neutrality in minaret referendum – 17 December 2009
The Humanitarian Forum comments on an embarrassing vote for Switzerland.
The Asian Tsunami: Five Years On – 17 December 2009
As natural disasters continue to devastate Indonesia's population, local and international aid agencies must work together to deliver life-saving essentials
Muslim Charities Forum sets the UK standard for new funding partnerships – 17 December 2009
A new player in the UK Not-for-profit sector is pioneering new partnerships for Muslim and non Muslim-led humanitarian and development actors.
Dr Hany El Banna talks to Al Jazeera – 14 December 2009
In a recent interview on Al Jazeera, Dr Hany El Banna, President of Islamic Relief Worldwide and of The Humanitarian Forum talks about his most recent activities in the field of relief work and in particular in Gaza.
Associate News: IFRC opportunity – 11 December 2009
The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC) is offering a Malaysia-based post in its International Disaster Response Laws, Rules and Principles (IDRL) Program.
Associate News: CONCORD opportunity – 11 December 2009
CONCORD, the European NGO Confederation for Relief and Development, is seeking a Consultant to produce the Aidwatch annual report.
Associate News: New Opportunities at Acaps – 8 December 2009
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), in cooperation with Merlin, Helpage and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is seeking Senior Information Analysts and Senior Assessment Coordinators for the Assessment Capacities Standby Roster.
Islam in Development Conference – 7 December 2009
The Humanitarian Forum participated in a conference organised by Islamic Relief Germany and Welthungerhilfe, one of Germany’s largest international NGOs. The conference discussed the important issues of partnership, trust and the added value of working with Islamic organisations. Participants put forward several suggestions for increased partnerships between Islamic and non-Islamic aid agencies.
Associate News: Islamic Relief celebrates 25 year Anniversary – 6 December 2009
A star-studded charity gala dinner marks 25 years of humanitarian work for Islamic Relief
Cause for optimism in Sudan as government delegation meets with NGOs in London – 1 December 2009
Breakthrough talks took place last week in London, as the Sudanese Minister for Humanitarian Affairs met with development agencies.
November 2009
Return To Gaza: The Humanitarian Forum follows up on the Doha meeting – 18 November 2009
After the success of the February Workshop for Gaza, Dr Hany El Banna and Shahira Maarouf recently visited Gaza to run a follow-up workshop and assess new ways of empowering and assisting humanitarian and development actors in the region. The ‘Alternative Workshop’ was run in collaboration with PNGO-Union (The Palestinian Non Governmental Organisations Union) – a local umbrella body which seeks to strengthen and support local Palestinian civil society.
The Humanitarian Forum backs UN call for access in Yemen – 4 November 2009
The Humanitarian Forum welcomes news that John Holmes, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs is urging all sides in the conflict in northern Yemen to ensure that aid workers can reach those in need.
October 2009
Hope for Somalia: Nairobi conference – 9 October 2009
On October 6th 2009, The Humanitarian Forum brings together 34 humanitarian organisations from 15 countries, in a groundbreaking workshop on the humanitarian crisis.
September 2009
Dr Hany El Banna urges Muslims to get involved – 16 September 2009
Dr Hany El Banna talks to Al Jazeera about opportunities for volunteering and civic engagement in Muslim communities.
