| | Dear John, I am writing from Yemen, where I lead UNHCR's humanitarian efforts. And right now the resilient people in Yemen need you.
The situation is dire. It's one of the worst I’ve experienced in my 24 years of humanitarian work—and I've worked in pretty tough places.
John, this month marks the sixth year of conflict in Yemen that has destroyed the healthcare system. Malnutrition is rampant. Most people eat only once a day—just a bit of tea and bread.
The Yemeni people have been through so much and now are especially vulnerable due to COVID-19. They are strong and resilient, but they need your generosity to survive.
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UNHCR is on the ground providing cash assistance, mattresses, blankets and kitchen sets as well as emergency shelter kits to displaced families. Many parents have told us they are going without food to ensure their children have enough.
I know those uprooted by conflict in Yemen can count on you. Will you act quickly and generously for the people of Yemen?
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More than 4 million people have been uprooted from their homes and more than 20 million are in dire need of humanitarian assistance. The risk of a large-scale famine in the country has never been more acute. Tens of thousands are already living in famine-like conditions, with a staggering 5 million more just one step away from it.
Displaced families are 4 times more at risk of famine than the rest of the Yemeni population. This is why with your help, we are prioritizing them in our response.
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| Resilient people in Yemen are fighting for daily survival. Let’s renew our commitment to Yemenis today. We are counting on you to help. With thanks,
Jean-Nicolas Beuze
UNHCR Representative in Yemen
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| P.S. To hear more about my experience on the ground in Yemen, you can listen to my interview with Melissa Fleming on the United Nations podcast Awake at Night. |
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