QC relief mission to address Sudanese refugee crisis in Chad
Doha
Each year on June 20, the world stands in solidarity with refugees forced to flee their homes, leaving behind everything they know in search of safety, dignity, and hope.
This year, World Refugee Day carries even deeper humanitarian significance amid escalating global crises, foremost among them, the worsening humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan. Neighbouring Chad now hosts over one million Sudanese refugees who have fled waves of violence across conflict-ridden regions, most recently from clashes in the Abu Shouk and Zamzam camps.
In a tangible expression of cross-border humanitarian solidarity, Qatar Charity (QC) has launched a relief mission in Chad to respond to the urgent needs of Sudanese refugees living in transit zones and overcrowded camps where basic services are scarce or nonexistent.
The field mission included visits to multiple border crossings between Sudan and Chad, as well as to a major refugee settlement in Wadi Sira—one of the key gathering points for newly displaced individuals. This initial intervention aimed to assess the situation on the ground and identify the most pressing needs.
In coordination with local authorities, Qatar Charity's team conducted a comprehensive needs assessment, identifying critical gaps in shelter, food, water, and healthcare. Emergency food baskets were distributed to alleviate immediate suffering.
The visit exposed harrowing conditions facing tens of thousands of refugees who escaped the conflict with nothing but the will to survive. They now endure extreme shortages of food and clean water, lack access to safe shelter amid soaring summer temperatures, and suffer from inadequate healthcare. Meanwhile, children have been cut off from education, placing their futures at risk.
Coordinated response plan
This visit marks the beginning of a phased emergency response by Qatar Charity, which aims to provide life-saving assistance in key refugee-hosting areas across Chad. The plan includes the delivery of essential supplies, food, shelter materials, and medical support.
On this World Refugee Day, Qatar Charity renews its unwavering commitment to standing with the world's most vulnerable. The plight of Sudanese refugees in Chad calls for a united and coordinated response from all humanitarian actors.
This crisis is a stark reminder that solidarity is no longer a choice it is a moral imperative. Building a future that leaves no one behind begins with protecting those who have lost everything. Every refugee carries a story of survival, and their right to life, dignity, and a fresh start must be safeguarded regardless of borders.
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