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FARMINGTON, Conn., May 8, 2024 /3BL/ – Four student teams from around the world are regional winners in Otis’ Made to Move Communities student challenge. In the fourth annual competition, students developed innovative mobility solutions aimed at expanding access to green space in urban communities to advance residents’ wellbeing. Otis (NYSE: OTIS) is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company.

The global student challenge for 2023-24 included more than 240 students across 15 countries and territories. With the guidance of Otis volunteer mentors, students used design thinking to develop mobility solutions that would use cutting-edge technologies to help increase access to parks for people living with disabilities or from underserved areas of cities – improving residents’ wellbeing, and shaping the future of urban communities. Teams then presented their STEM-based proposals to a panel of Otis judges who selected the winners and awarded financial grants to their respective schools to advance STEM programming and benefit even more students.

“In today’s hurried and fast-paced environment, green spaces are more important than ever, serving as a necessary retreat and place for relaxation, recreation or social interaction,” said Otis Chief Communications Officer Randi Tanguay. “I’m inspired by the next generation of engineers and innovators who are helping to identify and solve mobility challenges often experienced by those within their own communities and neighborhoods. At Otis, we’re proud to do our part to support these students to think creatively while improving our world for the future.”

The winning teams’ solutions are:

Liceo Polivalente Rigoberto Fontt Izquierdo, Colina, Chile
Created a comprehensive redevelopment plan for an underutilized open area outside of the city. The plan includes reforestation of the area and proposes a public-private funding model to provide convenient public transportation to access and enjoy its scenic areas.

China Jiliang University, Hangzhou, China
Developed a concept for a smart, green elevator that would include visual, tactile, auditory and olfactory elements often found in outdoor spaces, bringing a “virtual” green space to those with limited access to such spaces.

Lykeio Irakleiou Attikis, Athens, Greece
Prototyped a smart cane designed to give sensory feedback to individuals with visual impairment to improve navigation of green spaces.

Taipei Municipal Zhongshan Girls High School, Taiwan
Designed a concept for a wearable detector embedded in eyeglasses that would pair with a smartphone to alert the user of nearby obstacles when traveling to and visiting green spaces.

Since 2020, this annual global student competition has engaged hundreds of Otis colleagues as mentors to over 750 students, developing and presenting mobility solutions to some of society’s most critical mobility challenges. The program is also driving progress toward three of Otis’ published ESG goals impacting 15,000 students globally through STEM and vocational training, directing 50% of giving to STEM programs and dedicating 500,000 colleague volunteer hours by 2030.

To learn more about the Made to Move Communities Challenge, visit www.otis.com/mtmc.

About Otis

Otis gives people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster, smarter world. The global leader in the manufacture, installation and servicing of elevators and escalators, we move 2.3 billion people a day and maintain approximately 2.3 million customer units worldwide – the industry’s largest Service portfolio. You’ll find us in the world’s most iconic structures, as well as residential and commercial buildings, transportation hubs and everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 71,000 people strong, including 42,000 field professionals, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.

KeyBank was recently recognized by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO) with its 2024 Leadership in Music Education Award during the annual Celebration of Music Education. KeyBank and First Niagara Bank, which was acquired by KeyCorp in 2016, have had an impactful relationship with the BPO that amounts to a combined total of almost $3 million in lifetime giving. Amanda Hays, Vice President and Relationship Manager for Key Private Bank, accepted the award on behalf of KeyBank.

KeyBank’s extraordinary support of the BPO’s education and outreach programs through its support of the Next Generation Education Fund have allowed the BPO to invest in the future generations of the Western New York community. Funding has helped develop and expand indispensable music education programs that enhance the classroom experience and create well-rounded citizens, especially in the neighborhood near Kleinhans Music Hall, which is home to the BPO.

Studies show that arts education has many positive effects on childhood development. Music, specifically, facilitates comprehension, fosters creativity, builds communication skills, and may lead to improved classroom performance and self-confidence in the long-term. KeyBank’s support helps the BPO serve more than 33,000 students annually.

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Scope 3 carbon emissions, which make up the majority of an organization’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, are the result of indirect activities that occur in a company’s supply chain. Because they’re not directly under a company’s control, there are misconceptions that companies can do little to make a positive impact on that class of emissions.

I have a different view.

While the effort may be more challenging than Scope 1 and 2, there are many things a company can do to reduce Scope 3 emissions. Here’s how.

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NEW YORK, May 8, 2024 /3BL/ – ALTR Created Diamonds, the world’s leading lab-grown diamond company, has announced that its lab-grown diamond producing division has achieved SCS-007 Sustainability Rated Diamonds Certification from third-party certifier, SCS Global Services. ALTR achieved certification by meeting all the requirements of the SCS-007 Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds, the first comprehensive, multi-stakeholder sustainability standard developed by SCS Standards for the diamond sector. With a rich history pioneering the lab-grown diamond industry that began in 2006 and serving as a leading OEM supplier to prominent brands, ALTR becomes only the second company in the world to receive this certification for 100% renewable energy powered production.

During the process to attain this recognition, ALTR became the first SCS-007 certified producer and second overall producer to enter the program using 100% renewable energy for production. In addition, as a proud participant of the Make in India Initiative, ALTR is the first SCS-007 certified producer with a Sustainability Rating score of 100 signaling perfect scores in the key pillars of the standard. ALTR also recorded the lowest emissions and met the ESG (Environment Social Governance) requirements for human rights, workers’ rights, health & safety, and business integrity.

The SCS-007 certification encompasses five key pillars of sustainability, ensuring that every aspect of the diamond production meets rigorous environmental and ethical criteria:

Verified Origin Traceability: ALTR guarantees more than 99% accuracy in tracing the origin of each diamond from its producer to the point of sale, providing transparency and accountability throughout the supply chain.

Ethical Stewardship: Aligned with internationally recognized norms of business integrity, ALTR adheres to strict environmental and social responsibility standards, promoting ethical practices in the industry.

Net Zero Carbon Footprint: ALTR achieved net zero carbon footprint and is committed to reducing future production carbon footprints through offsetting and continuous efficiency improvements in energy use and operations.

Sustainable Production Practices: ALTR worked to reduce impacts and is committed to attaining net zero impacts in at least 50% of the additional categories such as Air and Water pollutants, ecosystem, resource base, and water impacts.

Sustainability Investments: ALTR is investing not only to improve its own operations
and supply chains, but also in projects that help communities and protect climate and the environment.

Each SCS-007 certified diamond comes with an on-product consumer certificate of sustainability which outlines the achievements and sustainability journey of each stone.

“Sustainability is not a buzz word, it’s in our DNA. Receiving the SCS-007 recognition is a tremendous honor for ALTR. This certification validates our commitment to the highest ethics and morality in the lab-grown diamond industry,” said Amish Shah, Founder of ALTR and J’EVAR . “We pride ourselves on our ‘farm to table’ approach, where we meticulously grow diamonds, cut and polish them, design and craft jewelry, all under one umbrella. This integrated process enables us to ensure the highest standards of quality and transparency throughout every step. With the SCS-007 certification, we’re not just producing diamonds; we’re setting the standard for the industry.” ALTR has already reached its NetZero goal which was originally aimed for completion in 2025.

Industry veteran and SCS Global Services Sustainability Rated Diamond Program Director Kat Weymouth says, “SCS commends ALTR for this remarkable achievement on becoming a certified SCS-007 producer and meeting consumer demand by bringing Sustainability Rated Diamonds to the marketplace. We commend ALTR on their commitment to ethical practices, protecting the environment and people, and implementing sustainable production practices such as the use of 100% renewable energy and more.”

ALTR and its consumer brand J’EVAR emphasize the importance of high ethics and morality in the diamond industry. By partnering with OEM and retail partners who carry the wholesale brand, ALTR enables the promotion of better practices and environmental consciousness throughout the supply chain. This collaborative effort ensures that consumers have access to responsibly sourced and sustainable diamond products, aligning with the growing global demand for ethical luxury goods. ALTR and J’EVAR‘s dedication to environmental stewardship and responsible business practices underscore their commitment to creating a positive impact on both industry and society.

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About ALTR Created Diamonds
ALTR Created Diamonds, the undisputed creator of the lab grown diamond market, is advancing the future of jewelry through its technological innovations, consumer and jeweler education, environmental initiatives, and top industry artisans with over 90 years of experience. Creating the purest form of diamonds known to man – Type IIa – in the only vertically integrated diamond house worldwide. ALTR has over 25 patents, providing both created diamonds and uniquely created diamond jewelry that shape our experience of a brilliant diamond. For more information, visit www.altr.nyc .

About SCS Global Services and SCS Standards Development
SCS Global Services is an internationally recognized leader in third-party certification of environmental and sustainability claims. Headquartered in Emeryville, California, SCS has representatives and affiliate offices throughout the Americas, Asia/Pacific, Europe and Africa. It is the certification arm of Scientific Certification Systems, Inc., a chartered benefit corporation. Additional information is available at www.scsglobalservices.com.

SCS Standards is a non-profit organization committed to the development of standards that advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Standards are developed in alignment with best practices and guidelines provided by internationally recognized bodies to ensure a robust, transparent, and collaborative approach. SCS Standards is the official standards development body for Scientific Certification Systems, Inc. For more information, visit www.SCSstandards.org.

On Global Recycling Day, we cheered on Every Can Counts (ECC) and its recent on-the-ground work to advance ambitious beverage can recycling rates all around the world. By connecting with consumers at large-scale events and providing valuable insight on the circular economy, ECC is stopping the flow of unnecessary packaging waste in its tracks.

Recent activities led by ECC include a St. Patrick’s Festival where ambassadors collected cans and used a recycled can artwork installation to raise awareness around recycling benefits, as well as a Mardi Gras initiative that saved more than 150,000 beverage cans from landfills—triple the amount collected in 2023!

We’re proud to continue supporting ECC and are encouraged to see new report results that can recycling in Europe has reached a record level of 76.1% as of 2021, meaning we are making progress toward our goal of 100% by 2050.

About Crown Holdings, Inc.

Crown Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading global supplier of rigid packaging products to consumer marketing companies, as well as transit and protective packaging products, equipment and services to a broad range of end markets. World headquarters are located in Tampa, Florida. For more information, visit www.crowncork.com.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 8, 2024 /3BL/ – For the fifth consecutive year, Regency Centers Corporation (“Regency Centers” or the “Company”) has earned a coveted spot on Newsweek’s prestigious list of America’s Most Responsible Companies. 2024 marks a significant achievement as the Company’s ranking improved to sixth place overall, and first place in the “Real Estate and Housing” industry.

The ranking evaluates companies’ corporate responsibility through the lens of ESG, which encompasses Environment, Social, and Corporate Governance initiatives. In collaboration with global research and data firm Statista, Newsweek conducted a thorough analysis that considered more than 30 metrics. Additionally, an extensive survey was conducted among U.S. residents to gauge the corporate responsibility reputation of each company.

“Regency Centers takes great pride in our best-in-class corporate responsibility program, the principles of which are foundational to our corporate strategy and are embodied throughout our organization,” said Lisa Palmer, President and Chief Executive Officer. “We appreciate the recognition of a top 10 spot in this important ranking, which we believe is a true testament to our commitment to working and acting responsibly in all areas of our business.”

Learn more about our commitment to corporate responsibility here.

About Regency Centers (Nasdaq: REG)

Regency Centers is a preeminent national owner, operator, and developer of shopping centers located in suburban trade areas with compelling demographics. Our portfolio includes thriving properties merchandised with highly productive grocers, restaurants, service providers, and best-in-class retailers that connect to their neighborhoods, communities, and customers. Operating as a fully integrated real estate company, Regency Centers is a qualified real estate investment trust (REIT) that is self-administered, self-managed, and an S&P 500 Index member. For more information, please visit RegencyCenters.com.

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SWORDS, Ireland, May 8, 2024 /3BL/ – Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, today announced its participation in the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Commercial Building Heat Pump Technology Challenge. This new initiative is designed to advance the adoption of cost-effective, next-generation heat pump rooftop units and cut carbon emissions. Heat pump rooftop units can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs by up to 50% compared with conventional rooftop units using natural gas heating.

Partnering with the DOE and its national laboratories to create prototypes, test product performance and durability and conduct field trials, Trane Technologies will leverage its proven innovation expertise to develop new low-emissions heat pump rooftop units. In line with the Challenge’s advanced technology specifications, these heat pumps will be designed to help organizations meet their energy efficiency needs and decarbonization goals.

“As the urgent need for clean technologies in addressing climate change becomes increasingly clear, we are proud to partner with the DOE in transforming the way the world heats and cools buildings, while dramatically reducing energy use and carbon emissions in the process,” said Holly Paeper, president, Commercial HVAC Americas, Trane Technologies. “Together, we can revolutionize the industry, reduce the carbon footprint of our communities and increase energy efficiency with more sustainable, cost-effective solutions.”

“As an inaugural partner in the Better Buildings Commercial Heat Pump Accelerator, Trane Technologies is demonstrating a commitment to leadership and collaboration,” said Maria Vargas, Director of DOE’s Better Buildings Initiative. “We are thrilled to work together on this important initiative to drive greater energy efficiency and decarbonization in our nation’s buildings.”

According to the DOE, the U.S. spends approximately $800 billion each year to power buildings, manufacturing plants and homes. On average, between 20% and 30% of the nation’s energy is wasted, presenting a significant opportunity to increase energy efficiency. With a goal to bring more efficient and affordable rooftop heat pump technologies to market as soon as 2027, the Challenge has the potential to cut both emissions and energy costs in half when compared to natural gas-fueled heat pumps. If deployed at scale, American businesses and commercial entities could save $5 billion annually on utility bills.

Trane Technologies also participated in the DOE’s Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge, during which the company’s Trane® prototype performed in temperatures as low as negative 23 degrees Fahrenheit – surpassing the mandatory negative 20 degrees Fahrenheit DOE requirement. Following nearly two years of field trials, Trane’s prototype continues to run in extremely cold temperatures, resulting in improved comfort while delivering approximately 15% energy savings to the homeowners.

Through bold, industry-leading action and innovation, Trane Technologies is advancing its 2030 Sustainability Commitments, including the Gigaton Challenge to reduce customer emissions by a billion metric tons and its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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About Trane Technologies 
Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator. Through our strategic brands Trane® and Thermo King®, and our portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes, and transportation. Learn more at tranetechnologies.com.

About Trane 
Trane – by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator – creates comfortable, energy-efficient indoor environments for commercial and residential applications. For more information, please visit www.trane.com.

This news release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of securities laws, which are statements that are not historical facts, including statements that relate to innovations to develop cost-effective decarbonization solutions, and our sustainability commitments and the impact of these commitments. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual results to differ materially from our current expectations. Factors that could cause such differences can be found in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, as well as our subsequent reports on Form 10-Q and other SEC filings. New risks and uncertainties arise from time to time, and it is impossible for us to predict these events or how they may affect the Company. We assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

May 7, 2024 /3BL/ – Bath & Body Works recently recognized several outstanding associates for their dedication to creating, promoting, and nurturing inclusion in the workplace. Inclusion Excellence Awards were presented at the company’s inaugural Inclusion Jamboree event at Bath & Body Works’ headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. This special event celebrated diverse backgrounds, perspectives and values and brought associates together with engaging workshops, activities, recognition, music and food.

“We believe a culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a chance to be heard and is valued and treated with respect makes us a smarter, stronger brand,” says Kelie Charles, Chief Diversity Officer for Bath & Body Works. “This culture of belonging starts with our own associates and it’s important to recognize the outstanding work which supports and advances those efforts.”

Bath & Body Works’ Inclusion Excellence Awards were presented in four categories:

LEADER: Presented to an outstanding people leader who has demonstrated excellence in inclusion.

COMMUNITY: Presented to an associate who has demonstrated inclusion excellence in the communities where our associates and customers live and work.

GROUP: Presented to a group of associates who have demonstrated inclusion excellence.

LIVING OUR VALUES: Presented to an associate who embodies our company value ‘Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Make Us Stronger’ through their actions and words; promoting a company culture where everyone belongs.

Inclusion Leader Award Winner

Michiyo Nelson, Director of Design

Michiyo Nelson led the direction and guided teams behind many of Bath & Body Works’ Perfumer Series collections which included Black History Month, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Hispanic Heritage Month. These special product capsules spotlight professionals from historically underrepresented groups in fragrance to raise awareness of their important contributions and stories and inspire the next generation.

“The success of the perfumer series would not have existed without Michiyo’s valuable knowledge and leadership,” says Charles. “She works with design associates and external perfumers from different teams and cultural backgrounds to foster a truly collaborative experience that exemplifies our commitment to diversity and inclusion.”

Community Inclusion Award Winners

Tierra Hayes, Gretchen Denk, Courtney Goodburn, Kristen Eaton, Grant Conkel, Cyle Goldrick, Mickey Huether, Bath & Body Works Logistics Team

This group meets monthly to plan volunteer events and facilitate programs which support non-profit organizations in the central Ohio community.

The Mid-Ohio Food Collective, Kitchen of Life, Community Development for all People, Lifetown and Keep Columbus Beautiful were all directly impacted by this team’s commitment to service.

“We’re proud of this group for their continued commitment and dedication to improving and supporting the community many of our associates and customers call home,” says Charles.

Group Inclusion Award Winners

Brian Burnett, Sarah Disselkamp, Lee McConkey, Fidel Gutierrez, Annie Mackowick, Lauren Weber, Donnie Guanciale, Gabby Guanciale, Jason Lyons, Bath & Body Works Merchandise, Planning and Allocation Team

This group developed a quarterly newsletter which educates and informs their large team of over 100 associates about important Inclusion Resource Group (IRG) events, community volunteer opportunities and cultural celebrations. By amplifying the work of their colleagues on the DEI and IRG teams, they’ve encouraged engagement and participation amongst their team and set the stage for continued growth and learning.

“This team does an incredible job of keeping a function of 100+ associates engaged in activities that support our culture of inclusivity,” says Charles. “Through their communication efforts they build excitement for events and activities and encourage their colleagues in their learning and development as professionals.”

Living Our Values Inclusion Award Winners

Selma Eltayeb, Learning and Development Manager

For decades, Bath & Body Works has hired associates in their distribution center space who are English Language Learners (ELL). Selma Eltayeb took action by serving as the project lead in the development and launch of ELL classes for those associates.

“Selma is the embodiment of turning words into actions,” says Charles. “She knows firsthand the challenges of navigating a world where you are learning the language of everyone else, and she openly shares her experiences and supports others.”

Elena Scarf, Distribution Center Group Lead

Elena Scarf has made it her goal to recognize and celebrate the many diverse cultures of her department.

For example, she planned a year-end department meeting with a special potluck so associates could bring their favorite dishes to share. She incorporated music and dancing into her team’s stretching sessions before their shifts, and she decorates the Distribution Center bulletin board to celebrate holidays and other important commemorations important to her team.

“Elena is the definition of inclusion excellence,” says Charles. “She values her fellow associates’ diverse background and has created a strong, cohesive and collaborative department with her efforts.”

Bath & Body Works is proud of all the associates recognized with Inclusion Excellence Awards. Learn more about the company’s commitment to culture and inclusion at bbwinc.com.

Young motorcycle enthusiasts fourteen-year-old Deruk van Aswegen and his brother Ulrich, eleven, have built an impressive track record, competing in prestigious races. Last year, their passion and determination caught the eye of CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, offering them sponsorship. Following a year of remarkable achievements, the talented young athletes are back for a second exhilarating season, sponsored once again by CASE.

This year they are branching out and competing in the National Cross Country races in South Africa. “We have a lot to learn with Cross Country,” says Ulrich. “The races are two hours long, and we have to do laps for the whole duration. It is totally different from motocross, and we are still adapting.”

One of the highlights for the boys this year has been wearing the new CASE branded kit. “We helped with the design, the camo was our idea,” says Ulrich. “We are proud to represent CASE,” adds Deruk, expressing the sense of pride and ownership they feel as ambassadors for the brand.

Looking ahead, the boys remain focused on their goals and aspirations. “We both want to get podium finishes in at least one of the championships that we are competing in,” says Deruk. With their sights set on success, Deruk and Ulrich are poised to continue their journey.

Supporting Deruk and Ulrich’s journey is a demonstration of CNH’s commitment to helping young people achieve their dreams, whether that be in farming, construction, or on the bike!

May 7, 2024 /3BL/ – Families are fleeing Rafah, a city where nearly 1.5 million Palestinians have already been sheltering, to escape Israel’s military offensive. People were told to evacuate and head to Al Mawasi, a stretch of land only half a mile wide. Despite the dangers, Action Against Hunger will remain in Rafah and continue providing as much humanitarian aid as possible.

“Following the recent evacuation order, Action Against Hunger condemns a possible ground offensive in Rafah, which will result in thousands of deaths and prevent lifesaving aid from reaching the most vulnerable in Gaza,” says Natalia Anguera Ruiz, Action Against Hunger’s Head of Operations for the Middle East. “The consequences of the offensive will be catastrophic. We are barely managing to provide aid currently.”

Many people living in Rafah have fled other parts of the Gaza Strip to avoid violence and conflict. Most families are living in tents and without access to clean drinking water, sufficient food, and medicine. A ground offensive in Rafah will only lead to death, destruction, hunger, displacement, and loss in Gaza. It will prevent Action Against Hunger and other humanitarian workers from easily accessing the families who need immediate assistance, especially those already facing dangerous living conditions.

As of May 6, around 100,000 people in the eastern part of Rafah have received orders to evacuate, including several members of Action Against Hunger’s staff. Action Against Hunger staff say that they are doing everything in their power to support the team in this extremely dire situation, and have already prepared an alternative refuge for staff and their families in a safer zone. The organization says that this will allow them to continue their tireless commitment to the victims of the conflict.

One of Action Against Hunger’s emergency team members, who recently returned from Gaza, says that over a million people in Rafah have “already lost everything: their houses, their savings, everything they built in recent decades. Everything is destroyed, all the health centers, schools, and public services.”

She adds, “There are a lot of people crowded together in places where you’re not meant to live, basically on a desert, without means of subsistence, where you can’t grow crops. There’s no irrigation or safe drinking water. I think of our colleagues and other people who have already displaced multiple times to get to Rafah and will have to take their children, carry them, and walk again. There are no more safe areas to go to.”

Across Gaza, men, women, and children are on the brink of famine, facing unsanitary conditions as waste accumulates on the streets and the last of the water becomes contaminated. Healthcare is practically nonexistent.

Despite continuous global warnings from the international community about the catastrophic impact of a ground offensive in Rafah, the recent evacuation order will also greatly hinder the ability of humanitarian organizations to respond to the basic needs of the population. Action Against Hunger is calling on all actors to do everything in their power to guarantee safe and unobstructed humanitarian access. Without it, there will be catastrophic consequences not yet seen in the last seven months.

“We urgently recall the need for an immediate and permanent ceasefire; an immediate release of hostages; safe, effective, and unimpeded humanitarian access; and the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure as the only way to prevent further catastrophe.” says Ruiz. “While Action Against Hunger continues to work to provide aid to populations across the Gaza Strip as well as ensure the safety of our staff, we remind the international community that there is no safe place in Gaza.”

About Action Against Hunger’s Work in Gaza

Action Against Hunger has worked in Gaza since 2005 and the West Bank since 2002. Since October 2023, we have been delivering humanitarian assistance in Gaza that includes distributing fresh and dry food, hot meals, and hygiene kits; trucking clean water to communities; connecting people with shelters; and providing assistance with solid waste management.

Teams will maintain their presence in Rafah and continue working to provide humanitarian aid to populations across the Gaza Strip, as well as to ensure the safety of Action Against Hunger staff.