Myanmar project

About this project

ltpgtltbrgtRakhine State continues to face a deepening humanitarian crisis driven by the escalation of armed conflict since 2023, resulting in extensive displacement, destruction of infrastructure, and severe disruption of essential services. In Ponnagyun Township, ongoing hostilities have devastated civilian life, with frequent artillery shelling and insecurity creating barriers to movement and limiting humanitarian access. The crisis has left thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and conflict-affected host communities with critical unmet needs for safe water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), adequate shelter, and livelihood support.ltbrgtMost affected households rely on unprotected and contaminated water sources such as ponds and shallow wells. Functional sanitation facilities are scarce, leading to widespread open defecation and heightened risks of waterborne and communicable diseases. Poor hygiene practices, combined with overcrowded temporary shelters and inadequate waste disposal, have exacerbated health and protection concerns. Many shelters are made of fragile materials that provide minimal protection against rain, wind, or heat, compromising safety and dignity, especially for women, girls, persons with disabilities, and older persons.ltbrgtThe economic situation has deteriorated significantly as markets have become disrupted and livelihood activities have collapsed. Families have limited access to income, food, or basic commodities, forcing them to adopt harmf…

Published by

United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs · National NGO

Countries

Myanmar (Burma)

Sectors

Multisector aid

Funded by

Myanmar Humanitarian Fund

Implemented by

National NGO

Accountable

National NGO

Published by United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 12 Aug 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: XM-OCHA-CBPF-CBPF-MM-25-S-NGO-38133.

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