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Cover of the accessible CBM Profile 2009
Cover of the accessible CBM Profile 2009 © CBM

CBM in Action in 2008

CBM unveils two new publications presenting our work with persons with disabilities in the developing world. The statistics show that our work with persons with disabilities together with partner organisations continues to prosper.

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CoRSU opens its doors to persons with disabilities in Uganda

CoRSU, Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services in Uganda for persons with disabilities, is a Ugandan healthcare, teaching and rehabilitation facility supported by CBM providing affordable rehabilitative surgery for persons with physical disabilities.

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Crisis in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo: an update

In September 2008, an estimated 250,000 people were displaced by the conflict between rebel forces and government troops in the North East of the DRC. CBM is present and is supporting emergency relief in the region.

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Pakistan conflict uproots local population

Fighting between the Government of Pakistan (GOP) and militant groups in Pakistan's North-West has caused widespread displacement and insecurity. Due to the ongoing military operation, in excess of 500,000 people are expected to be displaced.

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Concern for displaced population in Sri Lanka

The civilian population remains at the centre of the conflict between government and rebel forces in Northern Sri Lanka. Government-held areas immediately outside the conflict zone house an estimated 170,000 civilians in displaced persons’ camps.

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What you cannot steal: the hope of persons with disabilities

Now more than ever: Mirsa, 6 years old, is asleep on the couch. Story of Abe Aduimenau and his family. His wife Habiba and his daughters Mirsa and Aliya all have disabilities. Photo: CBM

The economic crisis threatens to take away all hope from the world's poorest persons with disabilities. But you can restore hope and lift the world's poorest people out of desperation, now more than ever, by giving what you can to help the children of families like Abe's stand a better chance. Photo: CBM

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'Conflicts in the Congo' exhibition profiles CBM's work

A striking black and white image shows two Congolese boys looking sensitively at the camera

Widespread violence has left thousands at risk of life-long disability in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Now a photo exhibition organised by CBM UK profiles the lives of people thorughout the conflict and CBM's work in the region.
Photo: CBM/KMcAllister

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Projects worldwide

Projects worldwide