UN World Humanitarian Day

What tragic event led to the creation of World Humanitarian Day?

• a) A natural disaster in Asia

• b) A terrorist bombing of the UN building in Baghdad

• c) A refugee crisis in Europe

Who was Sergio Vieira de Mello?

• a) A famous war journalist

• b) The UN’s top representative in Iraq.

• c) A humanitarian volunteer in Syria

What is the main goal of World Humanitarian Day?

• To honor humanitarian workers and promote awareness of humanitarian crises.

• To celebrate international peace efforts.

• To raise funds for global charities.

• To promote tourism in developing countries.

According to the UN, where is the worst humanitarian crisis today?

• Yemen

• Syria

• Afghanistan

• South Sudan

What percentage of Yemen’s population needs humanitarian aid?

• 75%

• 65%

• 90%

• 50%

What dangers do humanitarian workers face in conflict zones?

• Natural disasters

• Extreme weather conditions

• Humanitarian workers face dangers such as armed conflict, landmines, kidnapping, violence, and hostility.

• Lack of food supplies

What does the hashtag #NotATarget mean?

• a) Humanitarian workers and civilians should not be attacked in conflicts

• b) Countries should stop fighting wars

• c) People should stop using social media for activism

How can ordinary people help humanitarian efforts?

• a) Stay uninformed

• b) Learn about crises and sign petitions

• c) Ignore global issues

What type of aid do humanitarian workers provide?

• a) Food, shelter, and medical care

• b) Movie tickets

• c) Luxury goods

What should world leaders do on World Humanitarian Day?

• a) Ignore global conflicts

• b) Commit to protecting civilians and ending wars

• c) Hold a celebration party