Conflict in the Middle East has devastated lives, and DEC charities and their local partners are continuing to provide lifesaving support to people in Gaza, Lebanon, the West Bank and Syria, as they have been throughout the crisis.

The 2010 Haiti Earthquake Appeal is now closed. Thanks to generous donations from the public, this appeal raised over £107 million to help people affected by the disaster.

Working with media and corporate partners is central to how the DEC runs appeals and maximises funds raised for people affected by disasters.