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Action For Humanity (AFH) is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief in areas affected by conflict, natural disasters, and other crises. The organisation focuses on delivering emergency assistance, supporting long-term recovery, and advocating for vulnerable populations.

Originally founded as Syria Relief in 2011 by a group of doctors to provide assistance and aid to those devastated by conflict. Action For Humanity is the parent charity of Syria Relief, the largest Syria-focused NGO in the United Kingdom. Action For Humanity has operations in Syria, Yemen, Ukraine and Pakistan. In 2022, the organisation operated 306 schools inside Syria. The charity is a large recipient of United Nations funding.

Over the years, AFH has expanded its operations to include a broad range of humanitarian activities, partnering with local and international organisations.

The organisation has previously worked with Dr David Nott and Adam Kelwick. Its Chief Executive Officer is Othman Moqbel.

Through its subsidiary, Syria Relief, Action For Humanity has been a leading NGO advocating for the extension of UN Security Council mandated aid into Syria via crossborder.

Core values

1. Impartiality: Providing aid based solely on need, without discrimination.
2. Neutrality: Not taking sides in hostilities or engaging in controversies of a political, racial, religious, or ideological nature.
3. Independence: Acting independently from any political, economic, military, or other objectives.
4. Humanity: Saving lives and alleviating suffering wherever it is found.

Key activities

1. Emergency Relief: AFH delivers emergency relief supplies such as food, water, shelter, and medical care in the immediate aftermath of disasters.
2. Health and Medical Services: Providing medical assistance, establishing temporary clinics, and supporting local healthcare systems.
3. Education and Child Protection: Ensuring access to education for children in crisis zones and protecting them from abuse, exploitation, and neglect.
4. Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH): Implementing projects to provide clean water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education to prevent disease outbreaks.
5. Livelihood Support: Helping communities rebuild their livelihoods through vocational training, small business support, and agricultural assistance.

Major campaigns and programmes

• Syrian Crisis Response: AFH has been heavily involved in providing aid to those affected by the Syrian civil war, including refugees and internally displaced persons.
• COVID-19 Response: Distributing personal protective equipment (PPE), raising awareness about virus prevention, and supporting healthcare systems globally.
• Natural Disaster Relief: Responding to natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes with immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts. This includes the Earthquake in Syria and Turkey, Pakistan Flooding, and the Morocco Earthquake.

References

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13. "Syria: UK aid cuts have 'forced 40,000 children out of school'". Middle East Eye. 2022-05-05.
14. Moqbel, Othman (2019-08-17). "More than 200 children have died in Idlib since April yet we are forgetting about the Syrian conflict". Independent.
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18. Khan, Shehnaz (2022-09-17). "Pakistan flood volunteer: 'It was like there was no happiness in the village'". BBC.
19. "Syria: UK aid cuts have 'forced 40,000 children out of school'". Middle East Eye. 2022-05-05.
20. Jackson, Nick (2022-03-04). "Brave dad-of-three pharmacist leaves Longsight on mercy mission to help Ukrainian refugees". Manchester Evening News.
21. "An evening of conversation with David Nott". The Hippocratic Post. 2022-10-19.
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23. "Prestigious Muslim community award for Oxford vaccine researcher". University of Oxford. 2022-06-22.
24. "UN Commission urges extension of last aid corridor into NW Syria, as Russia threatens to close it". Middle East Monitor. 2022-08-28.
25. "Leading NGO condemns UN failure to renew Syria cross border resolution". Middle East Monitor. 2022-07-10.

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• Organizations established in 2011
• Charities based in Manchester