Mayanmar (Burma) was hit hard by cyclone Nargis on May 3. It is the worst natural disaster in East Asia since the tsunami of 2004. Most of the estimated 140.000 deaths occurred in the southern Irrawaddy river delta region. The majority of people were killed by a tidal surge 12 ft (3.5m) high. Approximately 2,5 million people have been affected by this disaster with many loosing their homes.

AMURTEL volunteers distribute food in Myanmar

Disaster Relief
AMURTEL operates as a well-wisher (donor), purchasing food items in bulk locally in Myanmar which are then rationed into family-size bags. These are then distributed by trusted community groups.

Rehabilitation
To help child victims of the cyclone deal with the massive trauma they have suffered, AMURTEL sponsors and/or builds temporary schools and Child-Friendly Spaces implemented by local Myanmar organizations. These Child-Friendly Spaces provide shelter for children 3-6 years old and offer playgroup therapy, trauma healing and supplementary feeding programs.

AMURTEL builds child friendly spaces in Myanmar

Integrated Development
AMURTEL and its international partners are working to rehabilitate whole areas consisting of several villages in an integrated development program covering food and non-food distribution, housing /repair and reconstruction, water and sanitation, infrastructure and livelihood projects.

Appeal
AMURTEL is reaching out to those in greatest need. With your support we can make a huge difference despite the various difficulties of operating in Myanmar.

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AMURTEL volunteers packs emergency rations in Myanamar after Cyclone Nargis

AMURTEL teacher conducts class in Child friendly Space in burma after cyclone Nargis