The hurricane, which devastated New Orleans, remains the costliest natural disaster in recorded history, leaving entire communities uninhabitable. As Israeli citizens, we felt compelled to stand in solidarity with our closest ally, the United States. IFA’s team sought access to the restricted military zone in order to apply its expertise where it was most needed—to assist the victims in the most effective and immediate way possible.
IFA’s search and rescue teams scanned hundreds of homes in search of missing persons, survivors, and casualties. Meanwhile, our trauma specialists provided emotional support to first responders on the frontlines. In recognition of our efforts, we were honored with a medal from the Governor’s Office of Louisiana for our ‘Dedication, Courage, and Ability.’
A catastrophic earthquake struck Haiti in 2010, leveling the capital city of Port-au-Prince and affecting millions. The devastation left over 200,000 dead, 300,000 injured, and 1.5 million people displaced.
A catastrophic cyclone struck the Irrawaddy Delta, destroying millions of homes. With the country under military junta rule, foreign aid organizations were barred from entering, leading to a dramatic rise in the death toll.
In war-torn Kashmir, a devastating winter earthquake killed tens of thousands and displaced millions. IFA carried out a covert cross-border mission to deliver life-saving aid to civilians on both sides, despite political barriers.
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