A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar in the morning of 28th March. The death toll has now surpassed 2,000.
This disaster has struck while Myanmar is already grappling with conflict. We are extremely concerned about the toll that yet another crisis will take on children, especially girls, and their families.
Plan International has worked in Myanmar since 2008 and has experienced staff in the country. We are working urgently to get additional teams on the ground, assess needs and stand ready to provide support.
Please donate today to support the girls, children and families affected.
Although a full picture of the earthquake’s impact is still emerging, extensive damage is being reported across multiple regions, especially in Mandalay – Myanmar’s second-largest city – and Sagaing region, in the Northwest of the country, where 80% of buildings have collapsed.
Landlines are not functioning, and houses and other buildings have collapsed not just in Myanmar but in neighbouring Thailand as well.
The humanitarian needs from this crisis are significant and we are working hard to make contact with communities in the hardest hit areas.
We will coordinate with local authorities and international agencies to ensure a coordinated, effective response. This includes taking part in a joint needs assessment with the United Nations and peer humanitarian agencies.
To support the most vulnerable children affected by this emergency and to protect girls and young women, find your donation office.
