Thanks to the generosity of so many donors and the dedication of our network of local partners, the emergency campaign following the earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025, exceeded all expectations.
With over €450,000 raised, we were able to respond within hours in NyaungShwe province—one of the hardest-hit areas—distributing food, water, hygiene kits, essential goods, and temporary shelters.
More than 45,000 people in three municipalities received direct assistance.
What we achieved with the funds raised in Myanmar
We distributed:
- 6,014 food and drinking water kits
- 600 cooking kits
- Blankets and other essential goods
- 1,200 plastic sheets to repair minor home damages or to protect temporary shelters from rain
- Hygiene kits
- Cash to 100 families to cover immediate needs, including home repair works
Additionally, 110 hygiene and handwashing stations were set up to prevent epidemics, and a hostel housing some of the children supported through our distance support program was repaired.
Myanmar: Empowering Communities for the Future
But our commitment doesn’t stop here.
We know that for communities affected by an emergency, the most critical phase comes after the immediate response—when initial aid runs out and attention fades.
It is precisely at this moment that continued presence is essential, because only by investing in people and their capacities can true recovery begin.
For this reason, AVSI focuses on strengthening skills, social networks, and local resources, so communities can face the future with greater autonomy, strength, and resilience.
Supporting people in the reconstruction process means providing them with concrete tools to avoid being left alone and vulnerable in the face of future crises
For this reason, AVSI acts not only in the immediate aftermath but especially in the medium to long term—and that is why our fundraising efforts continue without pause.
In the case of Myanmar, we have chosen to invest in the resilience of communities:
- Distributing productive assets and financial resources to help families regain a stable income
- Improving hygiene conditions to prevent epidemics and protect health
- Ensuring educational continuity and psychosocial support for affected children and youth
- Promoting safe environments through training on child protection and abuse prevention (PSEAH)
The earthquake has severely affected children, already vulnerable due to conflict and displacement, compromising their access to education and increasing the risk of trauma and abuse. With over 1,800 schools damaged or converted into shelters, many children today lack a safe environment in which to study and grow.
80% of displaced children have dropped out of school, while poor sanitary conditions and malnutrition jeopardize their health.
For this reason, AVSI keeps to promote educational projects involving over 600 sponsored children.
Rebuilding is not just about repairing houses; it’s about restoring trust, dignity, safety, and hope for the future.