19/08/2026
On World Humanitarian Day, we honour humanitarian workers and local partners who stand alongside communities in some of the most difficult circumstances.
Across the Arab Region, humanitarian action is more than delivering urgent assistance. It is about standing with people affected by conflict and crisis, supporting their dignity and resilience, and ensuring that women, young people and communities have a voice in the response.
Yet humanitarian workers continue to face violence, threats and obstruction while carrying out this vital work. They are .
Today, we join the call to protect humanitarian workers, uphold international humanitarian law, and ensure safe and unhindered access to people in need.
Protect those who protect others.