Programme focus
Concern works in 28 countries throughout the world. Within these countries, Concern’s work focuses on five core areas: education; emergencies; health; HIV and AIDS and livelihoods.
- Education: with 113 million children of primary school age not enrolled in school, Concern is focused on providing basic education to those who need it most
- Emergencies: Concern is dedicated to responding urgently, providing relief with dignity
- Health: Concern recognises the importance of nutrition and a safe environment in the promotion of good health
- HIV and AIDS: Concern aims to achieve a 25 percent reduction in HIV infection rates among 15-24 year olds in the worst affected countries, and globally, by 2015
- Livelihoods: Concern’s approach to secure livelihoods improves long term access to food and income
