Sudan Crisis: 13 Million People Displaced
Violent conflict between Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces has created one of the world's largest displacement crises. Swipe to learn what's happening and how to help.
How the Crisis Began
1
2003
Darfur crisis begins, causing initial displacement
2
2019
Removal of Omar al-Bashir sparks hope for civilian rule
3
2021
Military coup dissolves civilian government
4
April 2023
Fighting erupts between SAF and RSF forces
The Scale of Displacement
13M
People displaced (1 in 3 Sudanese)
8.6M
Internally displaced within Sudan
3.8M
Refugees and returnees in neighboring countries
Where Refugees Are Fleeing
Egypt: 1.5 million
Largest host of Sudanese refugees
Chad: 773,662
Second largest refugee population
South Sudan: 349,935
Plus 744,412 returning nationals
Humanitarian Crisis
Food Insecurity
25.6 million facing acute food shortages; famine declared in Darfur
Healthcare Collapse
75% of health facilities out of service; diseases spreading rapidly
Education Crisis
90% of 19 million school-age children without access to education
Vulnerable Populations
Women
3+ million at risk of gender-based violence
Children
World's largest child displacement crisis
Pregnant Women
Severely impacted by healthcare collapse
Refugees
Sudan hosted 1M+ refugees before the crisis began
The conflict has worsened existing vulnerabilities and created new protection needs.
UNHCR Response
Emergency Shelter
Providing tents and shelter materials
Essential Supplies
Distributing blankets, soap and mosquito nets
Protection Services
Supporting vulnerable groups with specialized care
Education Support
Programming for displaced children
How You Can Help
"The needs are vast, and the challenges are numerous. If the crisis continues, peace and stability across the region could be at stake." - Raouf Mazou, UNHCR
Your monthly donation can provide vital aid, protection and hope to those forced to flee. Every contribution makes a difference.
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