Providing Support to Landslide-affected Communities in Sudan
On August 31, following days of relentless rainfall, a devastating landslide struck the village of Tarseen in Darfur, Sudan. The disaster claimed the lives of at least 370 people and displaced hundreds more, leaving communities reeling. The scale of destruction overwhelmed local resources, with survivors facing critical shortages of shelter, clean water and medical care.
In response, International Medical Corps sent a rapid response team to the affected area. Working in coordination with the Humanitarian Affairs Office and international partners, our team delivered emergency health services and supplies, and will continue to provide emergency and primary healthcare, mental health services, and water, sanitation and hygiene support—including hygiene kits and other essential supplies to help families as they recover. As usual, our team is coordinating with community members in Tarseen to ensure an effective, community-driven response.
Strengthening Mental Health Support in Ukraine
More than three years since the full-scale invasion of their country by Russia, Ukrainians are facing growing mental health needs. Among those most affected are frontline workers, who have been providing essential services under relentless pressure and are now experiencing high levels of burnout. To help address this challenge, International Medical Corps is strengthening mental health systems by introducing the Integrated Model for Supervision (IMS), a trauma-informed approach that supports care providers as they support others.
Unlike traditional supervision methods, IMS emphasises emotional support, professional growth and quality assurance—helping practitioners manage stress and secondary trauma while building sustainable skills for the long term.
These efforts mark a critical step toward sustainability. By embedding supervision into Ukraine’s health, education and social protection systems, IMS is creating a culture of collective care and resilience. For those working on the front lines of the crisis, it offers both structure and solidarity—reminding them that they are not alone in the vital work of healing a nation.
Training Healthcare Workers Before Disaster Strikes
Training has always been the foundation of our mission. Preparation and knowledge promote confidence and independence. We train thousands of people each year from local communities, as well as from national, regional and local governments and non-governmental groups—including health professionals—helping them meet current demands and prepare for future emergencies. Since 2022, our Emergency Response Unit has been building a global training programme, starting with trauma-care courses in Ukraine and expanding to countries like Lebanon, Somalia and Jamaica.
From advanced clinical techniques to basic lifesaving skills, these training sessions are tailored to meet the needs of professionals and community members in both high- and low-resource settings. Whether it’s managing mass casualties or stopping life-threatening bleeding, the goal is the same: give people the tools and knowledge they need to save lives.
Supporting Earthquake Victims in Afghanistan
A devastating 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on August 31, followed by a series of powerful aftershocks, causing widespread damage and leaving families in urgent need of support. Thousands of people have been displaced, with priority needs including trauma care, emergency shelter, clean water, food, sanitation supplies and mental health services.
International Medical Corps, present in Afghanistan since our founding in 1984, is working closely with local authorities and other humanitarian partners to ensure that affected communities receive lifesaving assistance. On September 5, our team distributed thousands of bottles of clean drinking water in Kunar province. We also provided families affected by the earthquake with winterisation kits that include thick blankets for adults and children, helping to bring relief to families who have been spending chilly nights in tents and makeshift shelters as they try to recover. Our emergency response will continue with the distribution of non-food items and other critical supplies.
Raising Awareness About Suicide Around the World
On September 10, our teams around the world marked World Suicide Prevention Day by raising awareness. Through workshops, community events and awareness activities, they highlighted the importance of mental health and of breaking the stigma around seeking and receiving lifesaving support.
From Gaza to Ethiopia, our staff worked alongside community members to share resources and remind people that they are not alone. We are proud of our teams’ commitment to protecting mental health and supporting resilience, even in the most difficult circumstances.
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International Medical Corps is a global first responder that delivers emergency medical and related services to those affected by conflict, disaster and disease, no matter where they are, no matter the conditions. We also train people in their communities, providing them with the skills they need to recover, chart their own path to self-reliance and become effective first responders themselves. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, we are a nonprofit with no religious or political affiliation, and now have more than 8,000 staff members around the world, 96% of whom are locally hired. Since our founding, we have operated in more than 80 countries, and have provided more than $4.2 billion in emergency relief and training to communities worldwide.
Our staff includes experts in emergency medicine, infectious disease, nutrition, mental health, maternal and infant health, gender-based violence prevention and treatment, training, and water, sanitation and hygiene, all within the humanitarian context.
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