Are We in the Dark When it Comes to Humanitarian Crises?

Have you heard the story of the man who drops his housekeys? Walking home at night, a man realizes that…

Ten Humanitarian Crises to Watch in 2019

These 10 crises and trends will help shape our coverage in 2019. Here’s why they have our attention and should demand yours.

Guidelines for NGO Coordination with Military Actors During Humanitarian Crises

When responding to humanitarian crises, NGOs independently asses the risks of when, how, and why they would or would not coordinate their activities with the U.S. military.

In New Podcast, InterAction CEO Shares Insights on Response to Current Humanitarian Crises

InterAction CEO noted that the gap between current needs and what the humanitarian system can currently deliver is increasing.

Disinformation in Active Crises and the Humanitarian Context

The Missing Link: Early Childhood Development in Child Protection Humanitarian Assistance

In January 2021, the U.S. Congress enacted the Global Child Thrive Act. This landmark legislation aims to…

Call for Nominations: 2024 Humanitarian Award

Nomination Deadline: May 8, 2024 at 5 p.m. EDT. Every year, InterAction recognizes the outstanding leaders and organizations that strengthen our community and push our sector forward. Nominations for the Humanitarian Award are now open here. InterAction will announce the winner during InterAction Forum 2024, to be held in person on June 26 – 27, 2024. Please see below for specific criteria for the Humanitarian Award.

65+ NGOs Oppose Cuts to Humanitarian & Foreign Assistance in FY24 House Spending Bills

As Members and partners of InterAction, the largest alliance of U.S.-based NGOs championing humanitarian, health, development, and democracy programs, we…

What Does It Mean To Be A Humanitarian?

August 19 marks World Humanitarian Day, a time to recognize humanitarians’ meaningful work and the risks they take every day.

Syrian Crisis Passes Twelve Year Mark as Earthquake Compounds Humanitarian Needs

The Syrian Civil War passes the twelve-year mark on March 15, signaling the continuation of one of the deadliest and…