CLEAN : Cypriots turn to handouts after decades

The Red Cross provides essential aid, such as food and clothing, to hundreds of people weekly. This includes both migrants and Cypriots, with a noticeable increase in Cypriot aid recipients since the economic crisis began. The organization distributes around 1600 food packets monthly. The crisis has led to a balanced distribution of aid between Cypriots and migrants, highlighting the growing need for support due to job losses and economic challenges.

What type of assistance does the Red Cross primarily provide to people every week?

• Food and clothing

• Education

• Medical aid

• Shelter

Approximately how many food packets does the Red Cross distribute each month?

• 1600

• 2000

• 1000

• 500

Who are the primary recipients of the Red Cross's food packets?

• Only migrants

• Only Cypriots

• Both migrants and Cypriots

• Tourists

What significant change occurred in the demographics of those seeking help from the Red Cross since last Christmas?

• The number of people seeking help decreased

• Only migrants sought help

• More tourists started seeking help

• The number of Cypriots seeking help increased

What is the current distribution of aid recipients between Cypriots and migrants?

• 60% Cypriots, 40% migrants

• 70% Cypriots, 30% migrants

• 40% Cypriots, 60% migrants

• 50% Cypriots, 50% migrants