We, the Members of Start Network, are appalled that the poorest of the world have, once again, been dealt a devastating blow – the unwitting victims of power struggles and political interests far from their own making.
Blog by Danielle Turner and Marwa Tasnim on Cyclone Remal response in Bangladesh where Start Ready, Start Fund Anticipation, and Start Fund Rapid Response were all activated.
This year, Start Network will be leading three sessions to convene diverse voices from our membership, donors, and partners to discuss key issues in the humanitarian sector.
Reflecting on the recent report from the High-Level Panel on Closing the Crisis Protection Gap, our policy experts Lorna Wightman and Myriam Castaneda Solares share key takeaways and the way forward.
Blog by Pranav Dahal on the first ever Disaster Hackathon organised by FOREWARN Nepal.
Contributed by Revathi Ramkumar, Deputy Hub Manager at India Humanitarian Hub
Contributed by Shahida Suleiman, Hub Coordinator of the Somalia Humanitarian Hub
In 2024, heavy monsoon rains and overflowing rivers devastated communities in Konjyosom RM, Sinamangal, and Bansighat. Entire villages were flooded, homes destroyed, and families left without shelter, food, or clean water.
Dubbed the ‘Finance COP’, the expectations for this year’s conference were significant. Start Network’s engagement in the lead up to and during COP29 reflected our values as a system change organisation.
Guest blog from Rajeev Jha, Programme Director at Humanitarian Aid International and Start Network Member, who shares key reflections after attending COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.
