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Woman holding a tool in a field in Mozambique

Stories of survival from Mozambique

After six years of violence in Mozambique, many people have been forced from their homes. In this blog hear the stories of three women we have supported in Mozambique, and how they survived in the face of violence.

Man sitting on a motorbike holding aid in front of a sahelian tent in Burkina Faso

Facing disaster: How we decide when to respond

After recent disasters have hit the headlines, we share how we decide to respond

Woman and man holding a child outside a shelter in Vanuatu after their home was destroyed in a storm

In the eye of the storm: Stories from survivors

As we reach peak hurricane season, we share stories from some of the people we have helped after severe storms in the past. Discover more about the impact of these storms, and the strength of the people who survive them.

Dry landscape in Ethiopia which has been affected by drought due to the climate crisis

Seven stories from the climate crisis

With soaring temperatures hitting the headlines, we’re sharing stories from some of the people we support who have been impacted by the climate crisis

Woman tying up tarpaulins in Burkina Faso

Not gone, but forgotten: The crisis in Burkina Faso

Learn more about the crisis in Burkina Faso, and why it is considered the world’s most neglected displacement crises.

Man and small child sitting in the rubble of a damaged building

5 reasons why disasters are not ‘natural’

The term ‘natural disasters’ is commonly used – but disasters are not natural. Here are five reasons why.

Lady with food in a pot crouching in front of a large while tent with a curved roof known as a Sahelian tent

Evolution of our emergency shelter

A look at the evolution of our emergency shelter

One year on: Five things you need to know about the Ukraine war

One year on, the war in Ukraine isn’t over. We are committed to doing all we can to support families who have lost so much. Stand with us.

Woman in green sitting on the floor in Ethiopia, with many others sitting on the floor behind her.

5 forgotten crises that need your attention in 2023

In 2023, let’s give all crises the attention they deserve. Here are 5 forgotten crises that you need to know about.

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Drought crisis in East Africa

The Horn of Africa is experiencing the worst drought in over 40 years. Learn more about this crisis and how shelter can make an impact.

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Evolution of our solar light

Read how we listened to communities to adapt our solar lights.

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The plastic problem: our commitment to do better

Plastic pollution is a global problem. Read more about it and see how ShelterBox is committed to reducing unnecessary single-use plastic from our aid packaging.

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Extreme storms: 3 stories of survival you should read

Climate change is making extreme storms even more devastating. Read 3 stories of survival after extreme storms in Vanuatu and Malawi.

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Preparing for another active Hurricane season

The 2022 Atlantic Basin hurricane season was predicted to be more active than usual. Read how we prepared in this blog from 2022.

Aid been unloaded from a truck in the Philippines after Typhoon Rai

How we reached 100,000 people in the Philippines after Typhoon Rai

See how we worked with partners to reach 20,000 families after Typhoon Rai.

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How to help people affected by the Ukraine crisis

Read how you can help people affected by the Ukraine crisis.

Woman wearing purple headscarf in Somaliland

What are climate-related disasters?

Our changing climate is making large weather events like droughts and hurricanes worse. Learn more about climate-related disasters.

Man wearing hat holding a solar light in Haiti

2021 Haiti Earthquake: How we reached families affected the most

See how ShelterBox worked with partners to respond to the 2021 Haiti earthquake, despite the challenges.

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