Humanitarian assistance; Save the Children Finland

Description What is done in the programme or project and why, what results are pursued, who benefits from the activities and who are involved in the implementation.

The Save the Children operations 2016 will be implemented in Iraq and Somalia. The operation in Iraq assists the IDPs and the host community in Sinjar in the region of Ninewa. The Operation will provide life-saving emergency kits. There are direct beneficiaries 21 000 of whom at least 50 % are children. The amount granted is 400 000 euro. The operation in Somalia assists the most vulnerable IDPs in Baidoa. The operation targets mothers and children suffering from food insecurity and malnutrition. The activities include cash contributions. Women will attend pre-natal care services and participate in awareness raising on child feeding. There will be guidance on care practices and prevention and response to violence and abuse. The number of beneficiaries is over 12 800. The support granted is 400 000 euro.