18 August 2020; Accra, Ghana – The United Nations and the International NGOs (INGOs)Ghana celebrates the courageous, hard work and contributions of men and women humanitarian workers in the country and calls on the Government of Ghana to remain vigilant to stay ahead of situations that would require humanitarian interventions. Mindful of incidents, natural and man-made, that could necessitate humanitarian response, the United Nations reminds the Government to further strengthen its resilience systems, especially in the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
As the world observes World Humanitarian Day on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, the UN, development cooperationand INGOs family in Ghana applauds all partners – private, public and development partners – and individual workers, especially frontline workers, whose timely interventions have contributed considerably to the fight against the pandemic, thereby making sure that Ghanaians , and especially the most vulnerable, including older people, women, children, migrants, refugees and people with disability are reached with needed information and services. Humanitarian relief and work are essential in aiding those in need in a timely and efficient manner and efficiently. Ultimately ensuring that sure that no one is left behind in the COVID-19 response and recovery plans.
“Other tragedies triggered by the pandemic such as poverty, loss of job, sexual and gender-based violence, harmful practices, malnutrition and unwanted pregnancies, are eminent. We must act now to mitigate tragedies that are beyond the health implications of the COVID-19 virus.” says the UN Resident Coordinator, Mr. Charles Abani.
Interventions such as the Food Security and Vulnerability Analysis and the Business Tracker Survey provide clear evidence of the state of access to food in the country and the impact of COVID-19 on businesses respectively. The United Nations will continue to work closely with the Government and other partners to ensure the easing of the impact of the pandemic as well as ensuring continuity in the provision of essential health services including sexual and reproductive health to protect our pregnant women.
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