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April 2013 Newsletter

Syrian refugees: A child's refuge from war

Syria Crisis: A child's refuge from war

At 13, Zeinab loves to sew and dreams of becoming an engineer like her father. But war has put her childhood on hold. What is life like for the thousands of Syrian refugee children who now call Jordan's Zaatari camp home? Read her story ▸

Help Syrian refugees

Syrian refugees need your help.

Supplies are scarce. Give to the Humanitarian Response Fund today to rush help to families who have fled Syria and others who are in desperate need around the world.

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Top stories

Syrian refugees: Desperately seeking water

Jordan: Desperately seeking water

The arrival of water trucks at Zaatari refugee camp are a welcome sight for families surviving on limited rations. But the deliveries are simply not enough. Learn more ▸

Making the world's water go further
Photo Essay

Images: Making the world's water go further

Clean water is the foundation for a healthier, better life. All over the world, our teams are helping more of this precious resource get to the people who need it most. See photos ▸

Mobile phones bring land ownership to farmers in Bolivia

Bolivia: Mobile phones bring land ownership to indigenous farmers

Far from the nearest city, remote communities struggle to earn title to their land. Now technology is helping them achieve greater equality and prosperity. Read more ▸

Carlos: Guatemala staff profile

Meet our field staff: Carlos in Guatemala

Fighting for the rights of rural communities comes naturally to Carlos. Find out why he's dedicated to improving lives in his own country ▸
Zeinab at Zaatari refugee camp

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Don't let the world forget about the youngest Syrian refugees like Zeinab. Share her story and together we can help more children through the crisis in Syria.

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From the Field

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Central African Republic: Staff returns to restart programs after rebel coup

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Jordan: Moving forward from loss

Linda Mason

Syrian refugees: Jordan's hospitality for thousands of Syrians

VIDEO: A Girl Can: Alphonsine's story

Video: Alphonsine's story

Even after she escaped the rebels that stormed her village in the Central African Republic, fifteen-year-old Alphonsine was still at risk. Hear how she's learning to protect herself.

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