Complex humanitarian emergencies in 2025: The Democratic Republic of the Congo
1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT
Dozens of humanitarian emergencies worldwide call for our attention daily. However, they receive very little funding from philanthropy and little media coverage due to several issues, including proximity to the crises, access to affected areas and ongoing strife. Therefore, these humanitarian emergencies all risk becoming forgotten crises. The complexity of these crises, the lack of funding and the extreme level of need require attention from funders.
Despite challenges, recovery is possible.
In this webinar, our speakers discussed the complex humanitarian emergencies of 2025, with a specific focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to people experiencing famine conditions, mass displacement, and targeted violence against women and children. The humanitarian emergency in DRC has sharply deteriorated recently. The crisis is worsening, especially for women and other marginalized groups. Human rights activists view this situation as a regression of 20 years of work for women’s rights.
We also explored how philanthropy can stay informed amid the changing funding climate and how to invest for maximum impact.
CDP Vice President of Strategy and Innovation Nicole Behnam moderated the discussion with the following panelists:
- Philip Kleinfeld, Correspondent and Editor, Africa, The New Humanitarian
- Nyasha Mukaratirwa, Transformative Partnerships & Philanthropy Coordinator, Urgent Action Fund – Africa
- Dr. Hamisi Silas, Coordinator of the Survivors of Sexual Violence Unit, Panzi Hospital
This webinar was co-sponsored by Giving Compass, the Council on Foundations and Alliance Magazine.
Please see the slide deck to learn more.