Humanitarian Workers dedicate their lives to providing life-saving aid and support to those that need it most. We talk to Mary Angelica Carillo, a Senior Protection Officer working with the International Rescue Committee on the Colombia-Venezuela border. Read her blog where she shines a light on the complex humanitarian crisis that is ongoing, and what she does to support those most affected.

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Do you want to support the amazing work of people like Samira and Mary Angelica? For each of the 17 Goals there are many positive actions you can take to make a real change. Head to globalgoals.org/take-action to get involved today!

Positive Goals News

Goal 3: Nearly 90% of TB cases in Uganda are now screened, thanks in part to portable X-ray systems powered by AI and solar, able to screen 150 people a day. (GAVI)

Goal 4: Two centuries ago, only 1 in 10 adults could read. Today, it’s almost 9 in 10 – more than five billion people across the globe (Our World in Data)

Goal 12: South Korea recycles 98% of its food waste, turning leftovers into animal feed and energy. It’s one of the few countries with a nationwide system for food waste management. (Washington Post)

Goal 14: Scientists in Germany have discovered a type of fungi that is capable of breaking down plastics, and could help in the global fight against plastic pollution! (The Independent)

https://www.globalgoals.org/news/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-humanitarian-worker/

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Project Everyone Team