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Our partnership with Rotary in Morocco
On 8 September 2023, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, southwest of Marrakech. According to the Red Cross, more than 3,000 people were killed, and thousands more injured.
Blog, How we work, Uncategorised, Where we work
Looking Beyond the Box: Our flexible approach to shelter aid
Over the years we have been working, our understanding of disasters and their impact on people has evolved. And we’ve evolved with it. In this blog learn more about our flexible approach to shelter...
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The Syria Conflict: A crisis within a crisis
Over the years we have been working, our understanding of disasters and their impact on people has evolved. And we’ve evolved with it. In this blog learn more about our flexible approach to shelter...
Blog, News, Stories
Humans of ShelterBox: In memory of Gordon Campbell Cargeeg
It’s with great sadness that ShelterBox shares the passing of Gordon Campbell Cargeeg — a dedicated Rotarian and long-standing ShelterBox Ambassador and supporter for nearly two decades. In this...
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Press Release: ShelterBox sends emergency response team to flood-ravaged Pakistan
ShelterBox is sending an emergency response team to Pakistan following severe flooding on a scale not seen since 2010. It’s launched an emergency appeal to help people survive the deadly floods...
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Humans of ShelterBox: Gary’s Story
Today we’re excited to introduce Gary Bidner — a now-retired ShelterBox Response Team volunteer and active Rotarian who lives in Brisbane, Queensland.
Blog, Sustainability
The plastic problem: Our commitment to do better
Plastic pollution concerns everyone. Over the last few years at ShelterBox, we have made huge efforts to reduce the amount of plastic we use.
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Humans of ShelterBox: Johanna’s Story
Introducing ‘Humans of ShelterBox’ — a new spotlight series highlighting some of the incredible individuals who make our disaster relief work possible around the world.
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2021 Haiti Earthquake: How we reached families affected the most
When a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti in August 2021, thousands of people lost their homes. But the nightmare wasn’t over yet. Tropical Storm Grace was approaching, and families had nowhere...
Blog, Disasters & Conflicts, News
Volcanic Eruption and Tsunami hits Tonga
On January 13, 2021, a volcano erupted in Tonga. The underwater eruption caused tsunami waves throughout the South Pacific. ShelterBox is monitoring the situation.
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Displaced by the conflict in Tigray, Ethiopia
The Tigray crisis is driven by conflict, but food shortages and the constant threat of coronavirus are making it worse. This is Shewit’s story.
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Surviving Tropical Cyclone Harold
On 6th April 2020, category 5 Tropical Cyclone Harold made landfall in Vanuatu, devastating families’ livelihoods and robbing people of their homes.
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Phuleswari’s Story of Recovery
When Cyclone Amphan hit India, it destroyed Phuleswari’s home and much of what she owned. The rains devastated the entire region, with floodwaters coming up to Phuleswari’s knees. The storm left...
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One Year On: How Coronavirus Has Affected Our Work
In the last year, coronavirus has changed everything. From the way we work to the way we socialise, we’ve adapted in many areas of our lives. And it’s no different here at ShelterBox.
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Remembering major earthquake responses: Gujarat 2001 and Haiti 2010
In January 2001, a powerful earthquake shook the state of Gujarat, India. Nine years later, on the same month, an even more devastating earthquake brought chaos to Haiti. Read on to find out more...
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Remote training: how we’re training teams and communities during coronavirus
The need to deliver training has always been crucial to the success of our operations. We knew that it was important for us to look at alternative methods of training, especially with so many...
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Logistics at ShelterBox: how do we get aid to the people that need it?
In the era of coronavirus, the challenges of transporting aid around the world are greater than ever. In this article, our Logistics Co-Lead Rachel Hall, explains how we get aid to...
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Preparing For a Busy Hurricane Season
2020 has been a year like no other. While coronavirus gets a hold of the world but is yet to reach its global peak, extreme weather events are lurking.
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Surviving Hurricane Maria: Caryl’s Story
In September 2017, Hurricane Maria made landfall as a Category 5 storm with wind speeds of 155mph. It destroyed all of the buildings in Dominica as it passed through the island and continued on...
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Why information is vital in the fight against coronavirus in Paraguay
The first time I visited Paraguay was in 2014, when heavy rain and flooding forced thousands of people to leave their homes.Within a few days of being there, I knew that this was going to be unlike...