VOICE (Voluntary Organisations In Cooperation in Emergency)

Civil Society Europe is continuing to highlight the power of many in their ‘Voices of Millions’ campaign. This week they’re bringing you closer to our work. Read our story below and learn more about the campaign here: bit.ly/4tqscgh

✨ The VOICE Secretariat and Board came together for a day of reflection, strategic discussions and team building. Thank you to all colleagues for the valuable insights and positive energy you brought to the day!

📣 We’re hiring! We are looking for an Advocacy Officer to join our team in Brussels. 🧷 Check out the full job description and apply here: lnkd.in/duTcquH 🗓️ Deadline: 30 October 2026

With 67 NGOs and networks we urge the EU and its Member States to: 1. Ensure accountability for violations of IHL and address the politicisation of humanitarian action 2. Enable a funding and partnership environment that protects humanitarian workers 🧷 bit.ly/4yHTAcX

How can Europe become stronger globally if it cuts the resources it needs to act? Together, VOICE, CONCORD and EPLO call on EU Member States to maintain the €200 billion for Global Europe. 🧷https://voiceeu.org/publications?string=voice+concord+press+release&start_date=&end_date=

Read our latest VOICE at Work #41 and discover the interview with Julia Steets, Director at the Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi). 🧷https://bit.ly/VOICEoutLoud41

⚠️ This summer the earthquakes in Venezuela left thousands in urgent need of support. In the latest VOICE Out Loud, @adraeurope.bsky.social shares how they mobilised quickly to provide water, food and protection. 🧷Voice Out Loud: bit.ly/VOICEoutLoud41

What did President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu say? 👀 And where does humanitarian action fit in Europe's priorities based on yesterday's #SOTEU? We looked at the speech through a #humanitarian lens and this is what we missed in the speech. 🗨️ What did you miss?

❓Why should we care about the invisible wounds of affected people in humanitarian emergencies? 👉Read the article by war Child on this topic in the latest VOICE out Loud! Link in our bio! 🔗 Read the full issue: bit.ly/VOICEoutLoud41

For children living through humanitarian crises, schools provide much more than education. They can be safe spaces that offer protection, psychosocial support, stability and hope. EDUCO’s experience shows how schools are central to protecting children. 🔗 Read the full issue: bit.ly/VOICEoutLoud41

Humanitarian action works best when it is built on collaboration, trust and knowing where each organisation can make the greatest difference. @peopleinneed.bsky.social #ActForHumanity

Humanitarian action is about more than responding to a crisis. It is about standing with people through it and putting people first. #ActForHumanity @adraeurope.bsky.social

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, VOICE calls to: ➡️ Protect civilians and humanitarian workers ➡️ Ensure respect for IHL and accountability ➡️ Support the role of NGOs and local responders ➡️ Invest in humanitarian responses #ActForHumanity @actionaides.bsky.social

Every day, humanitarian workers risk their lives to deliver food, healthcare, protection and hope to people affected by crises. Yet the conditions in which they work are becoming increasingly dangerous. #WorldHumanitarianDay

Tomorrow is #WorldHumanitarianDay. To mark this day, we asked our members one question: 💬What makes humanitarian action possible? Read the answer from LM International’s Field Coordinator in Niger. #ActForHumanity

Tomorrow is #WorldHumanitarianDay, and to mark the day, VOICE asked its members one question: 💭What makes humanitarian action possible? Read @worldvisioneu.bsky.social's reply! #ActForHumanity

Ahead of #WorldHumanitarianDay, Plan International reminds us that humanitarian action depends on respect for IHL and meaningful humanitarian diplomacy. Together, we call on all parties to respect and protect humanitarian action. #ActForHumanity @planeu.bsky.social @plan-uk.bsky.social

Today and everyday, VOICE stands with aid workers. This #WorldHumanitarianDay reminds us that humanitarian access cannot be taken for granted. And that aid workers deserve better protection. #ActForHumanity

Humanitarian workers risk their lives to deliver food, healthcare, protection and hope. Yet attacks are rising. This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we stand with local responders. They deserve protection, support and safety. #ActForHumanity

Our thoughts are with the people of Colombia following the devastating earthquake 🇨🇴 As communities face loss and uncertainty, VOICE stands in solidarity with all those affected and with the humanitarian organisations working tirelessly to provide lifesaving assistance.

🗓️ Join us next week for #WorldHumanitarianDay 🎬 Listen to what WHD means for the VOICE Secretariat. ⚠️ Protect humanitarian, protect civilians and respect IHL. #ActForHumanity

☀️ Catch up with VOICE Out Loud #40! And stay tuned… 👀 VOICE Out Loud #41, “What must not be lost: Protecting people-centred Humanitarian Action” is coming soon!

20 years ago today, 17 Action Contre la Faim aid workers were killed in Muttur, Sri Lanka. Their families are still waiting for justice. ACF continues to call for accountability for this unresolved crime.

"Send them back" chants in the European Parliament are unacceptable. With 64 civil society organisations, we're calling on President Roberta Metsola to condemn the growing normalisation of racist, anti-migrant and anti-LGBTI rhetoric in Parliament. Zero tolerance for hate speech.

🔗 Read our VOICE statement on the EU's Joint Communication on Humanitarian Aid bit.ly/EUcommunicat...

💬 Last week, we joined the DG ECHO Partners’ Dialogue, a key moment for humanitarian partners to discuss how to strengthen #HumanitarianAction. After speaking at the event, our colleague Annalisa Bezzi shared her main takeaway. 🎥 Watch below. @euinemergencies.ec.europa.eu @voiceeu.bsky.social

A new chapter for the VOICE Board of Directors. At the #VOICEGA26 VOICE members elected five new Board members who will help guide the network's direction and priorities in the years ahead. Congratulations to you all!

What role should the EU play in a world marked by growing humanitarian needs, geopolitical fragmentation and increasing pressure on humanitarian funding? We were pleased to exchange with DG ECHO Director-General Maciej Popowski at #VOICEGA26.

We are excited that tomorrow’s #VOICEGA26 programme will feature contributions from Director-General of DG ECHO Maciej Popowski, Irish COHAFA Representative Niall Cremen, @lisamusiol.bsky.social, Head of EU Affairs at @crisisgroup.org, & Sara Pantuliano, Chief Executive of @odi.global.

📢 VOICE reaction to the Joint Communication on Humanitarian Aid VOICE calls on EU institutions to safeguard humanitarian principles, support NGOs and local actors, protect humanitarian funding, and ensure that HA is never instrumentalised for political purposes. 🔗 bit.ly/EUcommunicat...

The #VOICEGA2026 is around the corner! The VOICE General Assembly is a key moment for our network, it’s a time to come together, share experiences and exchange priorities, strategies and perspectives. We look forward to welcoming our members!

🗞️ We are pleased to see VOICE featured in the latest @devex.com article on the next #MFF and the future of Global Europe financing. Story by: @jessechaselubitz.bsky.social

📰 VOICE Director @mariagroenewald.bsky.social was interviewed by Alain Boinet for Défis Humanitaires. 🧷 Read the interview here: defishumanitaires.com/2026/05/27/e...

Did you know that the same humanitarian supplies can be purchased at very different prices by different organisations? This paper shows how humanitarian organisations can work together more effectively and make limited resources go further. 🧷 hulo.coop/delivering-b...

In #Sudan, Emergency Response Rooms are often the first to respond where #humanitarian access is constrained. Read the article by our member @stvluchteling.bsky.social on solidarity, first responders, and rethinking humanitarian partnerships in the VOICE Out Loud #40 🔗https://bit.ly/3Z1LSdx

Looking back at moments from last year's VOICE General Assembly as we prepare to gather again! ✨ In just two weeks, VOICE members will come together in Brussels to exchange and reflect. Follow us to stay updated! #VOICEGA26

🎥 As part of the latest edition of VOICE Out Loud, VOICE Director @mariagroenewald.bsky.social interviewed @barryandrewsmep.bsky.social. 🧷 Read the full interview and discover the issue: bit.ly/3Z1LSdx

💡 What role can the private sector play in humanitarian action? In VOICE Out Loud #40, @eu.rescue.org explores how partnerships with businesses, startups, investors, and financial institutions can help support vulnerable communities and build more resilient humanitarian systems. bit.ly/3Z1LSdx

The crisis in Northern #Mozambique may no longer make headlines, but millions of people are still facing violence, displacement and extreme humanitarian needs. Failure to act now will cost far more in human lives and future recovery. 🧷Read the articlre by WeWorld in the VOICE Out Loud magazine.

Palestinian civilians continue to face violence, displacement, and the loss of basic conditions needed to survive. At our country exchange meeting, we heard testimonies highlighting the urgent need to protect civilians, ensure humanitarian access, and uphold IHL. @actionaides.bsky.social

We would like to congratulate our member WeWorld on their film EveryDay in Gaza! EveryDay in Gaza offers an intimate portrait of life in the Gaza Strip through the daily struggles of the Farra family and Wafa, a woman caring for vulnerable children. 🧷https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_Tnj2H0_fY

How can the humanitarian system reach those in need if funding does not keep pace with growing crises? Funding needs to be predictable, needs-based, and protected from diversion. Because behind the numbers are real people with real needs.

💡@concernworldwide.bsky.social on building resilience in Niger & Afghanistan. From education in conflict zones to women-led businesses, their work shows how long-term, flexible support helps communities regain self-reliance. 🧷The article in the VOICE Out Loud #40: bit.ly/3Z1LSdx

New VOICE briefing is out now! Why diversity, complementarity & local leadership matter for the EU humanitarian action? Because no crisis – and no response – is the same. 🧷https://bit.ly/NGOBriefingComplementarity