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          Deputy Secretary-General of the UN Amina Mohammed speaking at Resurge2018, asks us to remember that the millions affected by conflict around the world “are not numbers, nor are they data, they are very much individuals in need”. Photo: Photocall Ireland.
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          14 September 2018

          A resurgence of humanity: five things we learned at Resurge2018

          Find out what we learned at Concern’s global conference on breaking the cycle of conflict, hunger and suffering featuring world leaders, policymakers, and experts.
          A young boy flies a home made kite on the streets of Juba's PoC in South Sudan. Photo: Steve De Neef / Concern Worldwide.
          News
          3 September 2018

          Breaking the cycle of conflict: what can humanitarian and development actors do?

          Conflict is on the rise globally, and is the single biggest driver of humanitarian needs today. Caitriona Dowd explores the links between conflict and humanitarian crisis, and the urgent imperative to build peace.
          A monthly food distribution in Juba PoC organised by Concern. Photo: Steve De Neef / Concern Worldwide.
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          16 August 2018

          Five things to know about conflict and hunger on World Humanitarian Day

          To mark World Humanitarian Day, Concern’s Caitriona Dowd shares five things to know about conflict and hunger, and what can be done to break the cycle.
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          19 June 2018

          “Without peace, there is no hope”: the displaced voices of war

          On World Refugee Day, Concern shares stories from some of the 1.1 million displaced people forced to flee their homes in Central African Republic because of conflict