Posts Tagged ‘CARE International’

By Anna Reitman and Asma Azmi, Microfinance Focus, Sep 7, 2010: Pakistan’s torrential floods which were declared as one of the worst-ever disasters of the world by United Nations have submerged a fifth of the country and left more than 6 million of its people homeless. The number of people suffering from the flooding exceeds 13 million which is reported to be more than the combined total of ... Full story

Microfinance Focus, Aug 24, 2010: Barclays Bank India in collaboration with CARE International and Plan International has launched a Rs. 5.46 crore savings-led microfinance programme ‘Banking on Change’ as a part of its corporate social responsibility on Monday. This programme is being carried out by Barclay, the British bank in 11 countries spanning across Asia, Africa and South America, with a total budget of Rs. 70 ... Full story

Microfinance Focus, Aug 12, 2010: CARE International sent a convoy of eleven trucks to the Swat district of Pakistan, bringing tents, shawls and other emergency supplies to families devastated by flooding there. The initial distribution will provide shelter for around 1,800 people affected by flash floods and landslides in the northwest province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. And it also includes mosquito nets, plastic floor mats, water ... Full story