On a recent trip to #Sudan, our CEO Janti Soeripto saw firsthand what the cost of war really means for children.

Longer routes, rising fuel prices, and delays at checkpoints make it harder to reach children with lifesaving care. A treatment that can help a child recover in weeks now costs more—and takes longer to deliver.

Children shouldn’t have to wait for care because of war.

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... Read moreDuring my own experience volunteering with humanitarian organizations, I witnessed how conflict zones complicate efforts to deliver essential treatments to malnourished children. In places like Sudan, where roads are broken and checkpoints abundant, transporting therapeutic foods such as Plumpy Nut becomes a logistical nightmare. This nutrient-dense paste, vital for treating severe acute malnutrition, can save lives within six to eight weeks of treatment, but war inflates costs and stretches delivery times. Increased fuel prices and the necessity for alternative longer routes not only raise the cost of getting these supplies to children in need but also slow down their distribution. This delay can mean the difference between life and death for many young children suffering the effects of malnutrition. The challenges are compounded by unstable security, making humanitarian efforts dangerous and unpredictable. It’s heartbreaking to see how the very places with the highest need face the greatest difficulties in receiving aid. That’s why supporting organizations focused on conflict-affected regions is crucial. Donations, awareness campaigns, and advocacy can help ensure these vulnerable children receive timely treatment despite the barriers caused by war. Every effort counts because, ultimately, no child should have to wait for care when their life depends on it.