Disaster Bulletin No. The nation's overall unemployment rate has almost tripled to 18.6 per cent since 1992. In the area where malnutrition is prevalent and the incidence of tuberculosis is five times greater than the norm, they will not have the resources for daily living until planting resumes in December. Social unrest is growing and for some, the drug trade, prostitution, and robbery are the only alternatives for survival. FAIE will also seek to find longer-term solutions, including employment opportunities, for people receiving assistance.
Swift action is necessary.
CWS uses 100 per cent of all denominational contributions for assistance to disaster survivors. It is important to notify the CWS Emergency response Office of any grants sent directly. When sending funds directly, please notify the recipient that your grant should be included in reporting of total income figures for disaster recovery.