The ACT Palestine Forum warns of escalating settler violence and displacement in the Occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem. The group highlights threats to Al-Taybeh, a Palestinian Christian village, where Father Bashar Fawadleh reports increased fear among residents. According to UN OCHA data cited in the statement, over 3,200 Palestinians were displaced in 2026 due to such attacks. The organization calls on governments and faith-based groups to protect civilians, hold perpetrators accountable, and uphold international law to prevent further forced displacement.
Persistent heavy rains from the Southwest Monsoon have caused severe flooding across the Philippines, particularly in Central Luzon and Metro Manila. By August 30, 429 areas were submerged, displacing 83,580 people. The disaster has resulted in at least 35 deaths, with Central Luzon recording the highest toll of 16 fatalities. Local governments in several provinces have declared states of calamity to unlock emergency funds. The National Council of Churches in the Philippines, an ACT Alliance member, is providing aid for food, water, and psychosocial support to overwhelmed communities. The government has distributed 1.74 billion pesos in assistance to affected families.
The ACT Alliance Rapid Response Fund approved approximately 148,000 USD to support relief efforts following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara region on August 15, 2026. The funding assists local members PELKESI and YEU in providing health care, shelter materials, and water services in Manggarai and East Manggarai Regencies. According to the National Disaster Management Agency, the disaster caused 78 deaths, 953 injuries, and displaced nearly 96,000 people. The earthquake also triggered tsunamis across four provinces, with thousands of homes damaged. Aid focuses on urgent needs including temporary shelters, medical care, and clean water supplies for vulnerable populations.
The ACT Alliance has published information regarding the Christian Aid Program- Kurdistan Region (CAP). The initiative is designed and built by the ACT Alliance (ACW). The program operates within the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The outlet provides details on the structure and implementation of this aid effort. No further specifics on beneficiaries or funding amounts are included in the provided text. The report serves as an overview of the program's existence and organizational backing.
The ACT Alliance has allocated USD 37,698 through its Rapid Response Fund to address severe drought conditions in Serbia. The three-month initiative, running from August to November 2026, is implemented by the Ecumenical Humanitarian Organisation and the Serbian Orthodox Church’s charitable foundation. Aid targets vulnerable communities in Kraljevo, Novi Sad, and Plandište, where extreme heat has compromised safe drinking water access. Approximately 400 households will receive emergency water supplies, and water quality testing will be conducted in villages near Kraljevo. The project aims to support those with limited mobility and engage local authorities on sustainable water solutions. (Source: ACT Alliance)
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Devastating flash floods struck Nepal after a massive landslide sent debris down a major river. The disaster severely impacted several districts. According to the latest update, 165 bodies have been recovered, 73 people are injured, and 823 remain missing, including dozens of security personnel. The tourism board reports that hundreds of tourists are out of contact. The government has deployed thousands of personnel for rescue efforts, but a local Christian alliance warns that capacity is overwhelmed. Immediate priorities include coordinated needs assessments and providing shelter, food, and medical aid to underserved communities.
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake hit eastern Indonesia on August 15, 2026, near Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara. Reports indicate 53 deaths and 135 injuries, with rescue teams still searching affected areas. The NTT Provincial BPBD recorded 38 casualties across several regencies, including Sikka and Manggarai. Approximately 5,000 people have been displaced to temporary shelters due to aftershocks and unsafe buildings. Over 1,350 houses were damaged or destroyed, alongside damage to schools and health facilities. ACT Alliance members are conducting rapid needs assessments to plan life-saving assistance through their Rapid Response Fund. Official figures for displaced persons remain unverified.
Following a major earthquake in Colombia, the ACT Alliance is coordinating a humanitarian response. The disaster has killed at least 284 people and injured over 3,977, affecting approximately 360,000 individuals nationwide. HEKS/EPER and the Lutheran World Federation are leading efforts through the ACT Colombia Forum to provide aid in several affected regions. The response addresses urgent needs such as water, shelter, food, and mental health support. Priority is given to vulnerable indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities in hard-to-reach areas, aiming for long-term recovery and resilience alongside immediate relief.
Serbia faces severe drought and hydrological stress due to high temperatures and low water availability. In Kraljevo, over 60 Roma families lack drinking water, while 11 rural settlements with 3,829 residents are vulnerable. Novi Sad sees 240 vulnerable Roma people affected by heat and low Danube levels, and Plandište has 70 elderly and disabled individuals at risk. ACT Alliance members, including the Serbian Orthodox Church foundation and EHO, are considering a localized response via the Rapid Response Fund. The plan prioritizes distributing safe water and food, plus testing rural water systems for public health risks, according to the outlet.
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