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UN Seeks $8.4 Billion for New Programme in 2015

On December 18 the United Nations and partners launched a new humanitarian and development appeal, requesting more than US$8.4 billion to help nearly 18 million people in Syria and across the region in 2015.

Presented to donors at a meeting in Berlin, the 2015 appeal incorporates the development and humanitarian needs for those displaced due to the current conflict. According to the organization:

“The Syria Strategic Response Plan 2015 (SRP) addresses acute humanitarian needs inside Syria, aiming to provide 12.2 million people with protection, life-saving assistance and livelihood support. It requires $2.9 billion in funding and brings together humanitarian organizations working inside Syria and in neighbouring countries.”

This video outlines their plans for 2015. Credit: YouTube\UNDPArabStates