People experiencing social disadvantage and marginalization are known to be disproportionately impacted by ill-health. In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, persons with disabilities may have increased risk for exposure, complications, and death as: • Persons with disabilities are... Read more
MHPSS
We, persons with psychosocial disabilities from regional and international organizations across the world, are concerned about the vulnerability of persons with psychosocial disabilities to COVID-19 infection and deaths. ‘Persons with psychosocial disabilities’ refers to a historically discriminated and marginalised... Read more
This guidance note aims to provide points to be considered for ensuring GBV service provision in the time of COVID-19 with its heightened risks. GBV partners are strongly recommended to regularly check the following websites for timely updates on... Read more
People affected by humanitarian crises, particularly those displaced and/or living in camps and camp-like settings, are often faced with specific challenges and vulnerabilities that must be taken into consideration when planning for readiness and response operations for the COVID-19... Read more
Humanitarian organisations are concerned that border closures and health-care shortages are amplifying the challenges posed by COVID-19. Joe Parkin Daniels reports from Bogotá. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is exacerbating an already precarious health crisis for Venezuelan migrants... Read more
1 page information sheet on crisis emergency risk communication. Read more
The Coronavirus is a virus that is spreading fast and causing a worldwide pandemic now. Viruses are so small that it takes an electron microscope to see them Read more
I have created this short book to support and reassure our children, under the age of 7, regarding the COVID-19. This book is an invitation for families to discuss the full range of emotions arising from the current situation.... Read more
Children may respond to stress in different ways such as being more clingy, anxious, withdrawing, angry or agitated, bedwetting etc. Respond to your child’s reactions in a supportive way, listen to their concerns and give them extra love and... Read more
It is normal to feel sad, stressed, confused, scared or angry during a crisis. Talking to people you trust can help. Contact your friends and family. Read more
