It left millions in dire need. Amidst the hardship, the United Mission for Relief & Development (UMR) is a glimmer of hope. UMR teams up with UNICEF USA to help these people bear the cold weather.

UMR and UNICEF USA Collaboration for Winter Relief

The summer of 2022 brought unprecedented challenges to Pakistan. A historic monsoon left its mark. As a result, they would run into increased suffering during winter. So, UMR joined forces with UNICEF USA. The collaboration aimed to provide essential winter supplies. Together, they helped the families affected by the catastrophic flood with:

• Clothing
• Hats
• Hygiene kits
• Shelter

The floods have directly impacted 33 million people, including 16 million children. Over a million houses have been destroyed, and the death toll exceeds 1,500. UMR and UNICEF USA express deep concern for the millions of families. As of now, 33 million people, including 16 million children, have been directly impacted by the floods. With freezing temperatures approaching, we worked to offer the most basic necessities.

The Current Condition of Pakistan

This picturesque nation has over 202 million population. Nearly 24.3% of the population faces the daily challenges of poverty. Also, they meet with recurring landslides. These statistics represent families, children, and individuals facing adversity. Adding to the complexity, the majority of Pakistan’s population is young, with 64% under the age of 30. These are the faces of the future, experiencing challenges beyond their years. Then again, the national intervention doesn’t reach poor rural households.

UMR’s Compassionate Approach

Understanding the urgency of disaster response, we adopted an agile approach. Our micro targeted interventions swiftly reach disaster-affected people in remote and real areas. Aligned with Sustainable Development Goals, UMR has been working to improve lives. Through our programs, we are addressing the pressing needs of the vulnerable communities:

• Water sanitation
• Child Protection
• Food Distribution

Why Continued Support is Essential

In a time of need, every donation, regardless of its size, matters. It makes a difference in the lives of those who have lost everything. UMR’s initiatives have already benefited over 65,000 individuals through nutritious food aid. Also, more than 600 orphans have received essential services. As winter intensifies, the need for ongoing support becomes even more critical. Your support through UMR can help rebuild the shattered spirits of the people.

Collaborating with UMR

UMR and UNICEF USA helped millions affected by the devastating floods in Pakistan. As winter sets in, the call for help remains urgent. Uniting with UMR, you become a source of comfort and support for fellow human beings. We are committed to the global goal of building a more inclusive and resilient world.

Actively participate in alleviating poverty and hunger and improving access to healthcare. In a world of uncertainty, we can collectively rebuild lives and restore hope.

This winter, share warmth with a family in need. When you donate through UMR, you are helping UNICEF provide families in Pakistan with lifesaving aid.

Donate here: cutt.ly/EMGbnSF

Information Resource:

https://www.unicef.org/press-releases/climate-devastation-pakistan-ominous-precursor-catastrophes-come

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“The number of people fleeing war, persecution and conflict exceeded 70 million globally last year – the highest number in the UN refugee agency’s almost 70 years of operations.” – UN

Refugees and displaced people are the most vulnerable people on the planet, suffering daily without sufficient housing, access to medicine, doctors, food, or clean water. As the crisis worsens, more and more people are depending on humanitarian agencies like UMR to fill the gaps.

Each year during Ramadan, UMR delivers food packages filled with nutritious items such as beans, rice, flour, oil, canned goods, and more to reach people that have absolutely nothing. We have spoken with families begging for help, telling our field staff that without these resources, they will die.

“Me and my children are fasting. What will we eat to break our fast? My children are begging me for food and water!”

This Ramadan, these families desperately need your help. Please #PassThePlate to a child in need!

Where We Are Working

What We Are Providing

We are providing many necessary items to the helpless families. Here are some of them-

Food Baskets

UMR delivers food packages containing items such as rice, flour, sugar, oil, beans, lentils, tomato paste, pasta, bread, and canned goods.

Water & Sanitation

In addition, we will be building water wells in Pakistan, Somalia and Kenya to ensure that some of the poorest communities are able to find clean drinking water, and prevent the spread of diseases.

Orphan Protection

Children are some of the most vulnerable among these already struggling communities. That is why UMR prioritizes the safety and well-being of children and orphans by providing them with healthcare, education, nutrition and a chance at a future.

Iftars

Each year UMR hosts iftar dinners throughout the month of Ramadan. Last year we were able to serve thousands of people in Yemen and Gaza with warm, nutritious meals.

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Where the promise of tomorrow rests upon the shoulders of its youngest citizens, Pakistan faces a profound challenge in securing the well-being of its children. While children are universally hailed as society’s greatest asset, the crushing reality in many parts of the world, including Pakistan, paints a different picture. Economic struggles, compounded by political and security concerns, have left a significant portion of the population, particularly women and children, grappling with poverty and distress.

Pakistan’s Economic Challenge

Despite Pakistan being dubbed as one of the next eleven countries with ‘economic potential, the country’s political and security concern has declined, with almost a quarter of the population living under $1 a day. Economic decline, poverty, natural disasters, and other aspects are putting families in distress. A Majority of them are women and children.

The impact of climate change is evident in Pakistan.  The country is undergoing natural disasters such as floods, earthquakes, landslides, etc. All of these are resulting in the country’s socio-economic downfall. The poverty rate is on the rise. Areas within South Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan are heavily populated with people living under the poverty line with very minimum access to essentials such as food, clean water, and shelter. 

Ongoing Impacts and Displacement

Pakistan has also been affected by ongoing climate changes, with heavy floods and earthquakes destroying millions of homes and leaving many more displaced and living on the streets. Children are compelled to drop out of school to support their families. Many women and children are displaced due to floods. As a result, they suffer from a lack of adequate access to food and water. Amidst this crisis, these children are losing their parents and families. Many are becoming orphans. 

Pakistan has also been affected by ongoing climate changes with heavy floods and earthquakes destroying millions of homes and leaving many more displaced and living on the streets. Children are compelled to drop out of school to support their families. Many women and children are displaced due to floods. As a result, they suffer from a lack of adequate access to food and water. Amidst this crisis, these children are losing their parents and families. Many are becoming orphans. 

These young lives need our support. Our support, love, and care can help protect their bright future. Thus, UMR offers a Child Protection program every year to strengthen economic opportunities for children and their families.

Child Protection Program UMR provides cash assistance to 100 orphan children and families. We have helped them with all the essentials food, housing, clothing, and other basic needs of life because many don’t have any. This can guarantee that they live in a cozy and secure atmosphere.

We want to secure education for children by providing books and necessary school supplies. Apart from that, the donation fund can assist in granting orphans access to healthcare, which is necessary for their health and well-being. It is important to ensure their well-being.

They can lower their risk of illness and disease by receiving the appropriate treatments and immunizations thanks to medical care. All children are registered & selected based on objective criteria that establish their need and their ability to benefit from the program.

Education and Healthcare Access

Education is a key focus of the program, seeking to secure a future for these children by providing them with essential school supplies and books. Additionally, the donation fund is granting orphans access to healthcare, an indispensable component of their overall well-being. The emphasis is on safeguarding their health and reducing the risk of illness and disease through appropriate medical care. The program meticulously selects and registers all children based on objective criteria, ensuring that those in dire need benefit from the program.

UMR’s Annual Child Protection Program

In response to this urgent need for support, the UMR initiates an annual Child Protection Program designed to fortify economic opportunities for children and their families. This program offers cash assistance to 100 orphaned children and families, addressing their fundamental needs such as food, housing, and clothing. This holistic approach aims to create a nurturing and secure environment, ensuring these children grow up in a comfortable setting.

Our Collective Responsibility for Child Welfare

Pakistan’s children are facing immense challenges due to economic decline, poverty, and the devastating impact of climate change. The Child Protection Program by UMR is a beacon of hope, providing vital support to orphaned children and their families. By offering essential resources such as food, housing, education, and healthcare, this program aims to secure a brighter future for these vulnerable youngsters. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that these children have the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. Through our support and care, we can make a meaningful difference in their lives and protect the precious promise of their future.

In conclusion,

Pakistan’s children are facing immense challenges due to economic decline, poverty, and the devastating impact of climate change. The Child Protection Program by UMR is a beacon of hope, providing vital support to orphaned children and their families. By offering essential resources such as food, housing, education, and healthcare, this program aims to secure a brighter future for these vulnerable youngsters. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that these children have the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. Through our support and care, we can make a meaningful difference in their lives and protect the precious promise of their future.

Frequently Asked Question

What Are Some of the Major Challenges That Children in Pakistan Are Facing?

Children in Pakistan are facing challenges such as economic decline, widespread poverty, and the detrimental effects of climate change. These challenges are leaving many families, particularly women and children, in distress.

How Has Climate Change Impacted the Socio-Economic Situation in Pakistan, especially in Regions Like South Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan?

Climate change has led to an increase in natural disasters like floods, earthquakes, and landslides in Pakistan. These disasters have contributed to a rise in poverty rates and limited access to necessities in regions such as South Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan.

What is the Child Protection Program offered by UMR, and what kind of assistance does it provide to orphaned children and their families?

The Child Protection Program by UMR offers crucial support to orphaned children and their families. It provides cash assistance, essentials like food and housing, educational resources, and access to healthcare, creating a secure and nurturing environment for vulnerable children.

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1. There is an access of 91% to improved water sources in Pakistan. But 88% of the water supplied is unsafe.
2. Pakistan is running out of fresh water at a high rate. It’s anticipated that it is likely to suffer a shortage of 31 million acre-feet of water by 2025. 

The shortfall will be devastating for a country with an agriculture-bas

Water Utilization and Agriculture

Approximately 95 % of fresh water is utilized for irrigation. Yet the country is achieving a lower per-acre crop production. In addition, nearly 70% of Pakistan’s population is directly or indirectly associated with agriculture. This accounts for 26 percent of its gross domestic product (GDP).

Furthermore, the majority of the 25 million people not using a toilet live in poor rural households or insecure urban informal settlements. 3 This makes them the most difficult to reach. Exponential population growth in Pakistan has also dramatically changed the calculus of water demand, resulting in a reduced water availability per capita. The shortage of access to clean drinking water is becoming grave concern in Pakistan where many health problems are caused by water not meeting the basic needs of people either because of scarcity or contamination. UMR works closely with poor rural villages in order to address this equity problem as well as accelerate the rural communities to catch up with their 2030 SDG targets.

UMR’s funded project has delivered 93 modified shallow wells, open surface wells, and shallow wells to approximately 393,000 rural beneficiaries. More than 10,000 Women, Children and Elders Accessed to the Cleanby Construction of Pakistan Water Wells Sanitation and Hygiene Program.

Below are most common examples of beneficiary feedback, indicative of general living conditions of the recipient population:

1. Hardships of in Getting Clean Drinking Water (Heat + Long Distance)

Sanitation Challenges and Population Growth

1. The majority of the 25 million people not using a toilet live in poor rural households or insecure urban informal settlements. This makes them the most difficult to reach.
2. Exponential population growth in Pakistan has also dramatically changed the calculus of water demand. It results in reduced water availability per capita.
3. The shortage of access to clean drinking water is becoming a grave concern in Pakistan. Because many health problems are caused by water.

UMR’s Efforts to Address Water Inequity

UMR (organization name) has implemented projects to address water inequity in rural areas.

Approximately 393,000 beneficiaries have received –

• Modified shallow wells, 
• Open surface wells, and 
• Shallow wells.

Through these initiatives, over 10,000 women, children, and elders have gained access to clean water Pakistan Water Wells

Beneficiary Feedback

Below are the most common examples of beneficiary feedback, indicative of the general living conditions of the recipient population:

Hardships of Getting Clean Drinking Water (Heat + Long Distance)

Context: Tando Muhammad Khan District is a district in the southern part of Sindh province in Pakistan. Summers are the hottest in Tando Muhammad Khan. Due to climatic change, there have been droughts in Tando Muhammad Khan due to which day-to-day activities have become unattainable. The poor community of TM KHAN had already submitted applications to Muslim Aid Pakistan Field Office for providing safe drinking water.  

The humanitarian team constituted a committee for conducting the survey to confirm the place and community concerns for which the applications are received. Muslim Aid Pakistan Humanitarian team scrutinized the applications and gave priority to the most deserving ones. After the survey, we hired a vendor along with laborers and a digging machine. We monitored and evaluated the work regularly until completion.

Testimony: The resident of Tando Muhammad Khan expressed with gratitude that providing clean drinking water to the poor community is really praiseworthy service. He also added that before the execution of this well the people were facing many hardships in getting clean drinking water by walking miles away and also there had been many problems.

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