On March 28, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck in Myanmar—impacting Thailand and surrounding countries—causing widespread destruction of homes, infrastructure and workplaces. In Myanmar, at least 1,700 people have died so far and thousands have been injured. Myanmar currently has around 3.5 million displaced people, with 1.5 million living in the area where the earthquake hit. Ongoing violence, unrest in Myanmar make the pressing humanitarian needs even greater.
Your donation to the Myanmar Humanitarian Response today will help our Christian Partners in Myanmar respond with much-needed emergency support for families such as:
- Essential food and nutrition
- Hygiene kits
- Temporary shelter supplies
- Healthcare support
Please also join us in prayer as we ask that God would comfort the people of Myanmar. We pray for the safety of families forced to flee their homes, and that recovery efforts would proceed smoothly.
Last updated 31 March 2025
Violent conflict between Myanmar’s military junta and armed resistance forces means that since 2021, the number of displaced people in Myanmar has risen dramatically. The situation continues to deteriorate with the escalation of armed clashes. More than 3.5 million people were internally displaced by the end of 2023, an increase of 1.4 million in one year—a six-fold increase over three years—and this doesn’t include the thousands who have fled the country seeking refuge elsewhere.
Families are living in makeshift homes and IDP (internally displaced persons) camps scattered throughout Myanmar.
Finding enough food to feed everyone is a constant battle.
Cramped living conditions increase the risk of disease and, in worst case scenarios, entire camps and villages can be destroyed by disasters such as earthquakes, heavy storms or flooding, leaving already vulnerable families with the momentous task of rebuilding their shelters.
Your donation will be directed to our local Christian Partners in Myanmar who are providing urgently needed humanitarian aid for internally displaced families and those impacted by the earthquake, as well as training and supporting humanitarian staff.
