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The UN Food and Agricultural Organization ranked the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia as the country with the most difficult food situation in Europe. They estimate that food aid is needed for approximately two million people or about 20% of the population More»
One of the direct consequences of the conflict in Kosovo was the widespread contamination of ground water sources. 10,000 wells in rural Kosovo were unsafe for drinking as they were contaminated from waste, unexploded ammunition and sometimes the bodies of people or animals. Much of the contamination resulted from massive destruction of the country’s infrastructure during the conflict or from neglect as people fled the war More»
Prior to the breakup of the former Yugoslavia, an extensive social welfare network ensured the elderly, disabled and sick were cared for. This system deteriorated steadily as a result of conflicts, international sanctions, a deep economic crisis and the influx of more than half a million refugees. This social safety net is now almost non-existent leaving the most vulnerable groups of society without care More»
As millions of people fled the war and abandoned their homes, many became separated from family members and loved ones. The suffering of families torn apart by war is enormous and the task to re-establish family links is immense More»