Six months on from the ceasefire agreement, humanitarian need is Gaza remains incredibly high. Families are living in cramped makeshift shelters with little access to essential services. Despite the challenges, DEC charities and their local partners are providing lifesaving support to people thanks to generous donations.

Conflict in the Middle East has devastated lives across the region, and millions have fled their homes in search of safety. The humanitarian needs are incredibly high.

A selection of images capturing the incredible work of local aid workers who are often the first responders in the aftermath of a disaster and work in some of the world's most challenging environments.

World Humanitarian Day is an international day dedicated to honouring humanitarian workers and celebrating the incredible work they do across the world. This year it also marks 60 years since the first DEC appeal was launched.