Concern Worldwide

Concern Worldwide
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Name	Concern Worldwide
Headquarters	Dublin, Ireland
Founder	John O'Shea (charity founder)
Key people	Dominic MacSorley, Catherine Byrne (politician)

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental organization that works to reduce poverty and promote sustainable development in developing countries. Founded in 1968 by John O'Shea (charity founder), the organization has worked in over 50 countries, including Haiti, Somalia, and South Sudan, in partnership with organizations such as the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the European Union. Concern Worldwide has also collaborated with Oxfam, Save the Children, and the International Rescue Committee to respond to humanitarian crises such as the Rohingya genocide and the Syrian Civil War. The organization has received support from Bill Gates, Bono, and Bob Geldof, among others.

● History

Concern Worldwide was founded in 1968 by John O'Shea (charity founder) in response to the Biafran famine, which was exacerbated by the Nigerian Civil War. The organization's early work focused on providing emergency relief to those affected by the famine, in partnership with organizations such as the Catholic Relief Services and the Lutheran World Federation. In the 1980s, Concern Worldwide expanded its work to include development programs in countries such as Ethiopia, Mozambique, and Zambia, working with organizations such as the World Food Programme and the United Nations Development Programme. The organization has also responded to natural disasters such as the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, in collaboration with organizations such as the American Red Cross and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

● Mission_and_Objectives

The mission of Concern Worldwide is to reduce poverty and promote sustainable development in developing countries, with a focus on the most vulnerable populations, including women and children, refugees, and internally displaced persons. The organization's objectives include improving access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, as well as promoting human rights and good governance, in partnership with organizations such as the United Nations Children's Fund and the World Health Organization. Concern Worldwide also works to address the root causes of poverty, including inequality, discrimination, and climate change, in collaboration with organizations such as the International Labour Organization and the United Nations Environment Programme.

● Programs_and_Activities

Concern Worldwide implements a range of programs and activities to achieve its mission and objectives, including emergency response and recovery programs, development programs, and advocacy and campaigning initiatives. The organization's programs focus on areas such as food security, health and nutrition, education and livelihoods, and disaster risk reduction, in partnership with organizations such as the Food and Agriculture Organization and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction. Concern Worldwide also works to promote gender equality and women's empowerment, in collaboration with organizations such as the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women and the Global Fund for Women.

● Organizational_Structure

Concern Worldwide is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices in over 20 countries, including United States, United Kingdom, and Australia. The organization is governed by a board of directors, which includes individuals such as Dominic MacSorley and Catherine Byrne (politician), and is led by a chief executive officer. Concern Worldwide also has a network of country offices and field offices, which are responsible for implementing programs and activities in partnership with local organizations such as the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and the Caritas Internationalis.

● Funding_and_Partnerships

Concern Worldwide is funded by a range of sources, including donations from individuals and organizations, as well as grants from governments and foundations, such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the European Commission. The organization also partners with other non-governmental organizations, universities, and research institutions, such as the Harvard University and the University of Oxford, to implement programs and activities. Concern Worldwide has also received funding from corporate partners such as Microsoft and Google, and has worked with celebrity ambassadors such as Bono and Bob Geldof to raise awareness and funds for its work.

● International_Presence

Concern Worldwide has a significant international presence, with programs and activities in over 50 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The organization has worked in countries such as Haiti, Somalia, and South Sudan, and has responded to humanitarian crises such as the Rohingya genocide and the Syrian Civil War. Concern Worldwide is also a member of international networks such as the United Nations and the European Union, and has worked with organizations such as the International Committee of the Red Cross and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to promote humanitarian law and human rights. The organization has also collaborated with regional organizations such as the African Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to promote regional development and cooperation.