COVID-19: Updated outbreak response abroad
Good Neighbors is distributing food, masks and hygiene products, and also implementing awareness campaigns in Bangladesh, Mongolia, Indonesia, Vietnam and Cambodia.
International
COVID-19: our global response and agreement with the UN
At the end of March, Good Neighbors Myanmar signed a COVID-19 emergency response agreement with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).
Over $987,000 will be destined to support COVID-19 test kits to diagnose 15,000 people. Read more about our global response.
BBC News features Good Neighbors work
Good Neighbors’ COVID-19 response in South Korea was highlighted in a piece about home schooling during the pandemic. “Good Neighbors has stepped in to support thousands of students from low-income families. They’re even handing out food parcels to help students concentrate. For many, school can be a place of stability and a daily home cooked meal.”
Coronavirus sudden spread: Minds in Bloom postponed
With the quick spread of coronavirus cases over the weekend, we have decided to postpone our next fundraiser, Minds in Bloom, originally scheduled for May 27. We don’t have a new date yet, but we feel it was the responsible decision to make. The health of our community is our priority.
Coronavirus: South Korea reports recoveries
While major events are being suspended, there are signs of progress: more than half of people infected have recovered. We are monitoring the news and will keep you updated if anything changes.