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Today is World Humanitarian Day, recognizing and honoring the sacrifices made by those who work as aid workers and give humanitarian assistance. It is a “celebration of people helping people.” US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s press statement on the occasion read:
In situations of conflict and instability around the world, humanitarians stand up against violence, human suffering and indifference. On this World Humanitarian Day, we honor their sacrifice. Whether by defending their own neighbors, or helping to save lives in distant countries in conflict, the work of humanitarians is an essential component to promoting peace and stability around the world.
There is never a time when humanitarian aid workers aren’t much needed and giving their all in some rough situations, but at the moment their necessity is particularly highlighted in crisis in the Horn of Africa. One of the Tumblr news community’s own is actually there right now. Sayid Ali of NewsFlick is in Somalia with the aid agency he works for and has been posting some original photos and documenting some of his experiences there. Much luck to you, Sayid.
(Thanks to Sam Rubenfeld who sent me some of the links and info for this post.)
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