HCRI’s work celebrated at Global 51¸£ÀûÉç event
On 2 October 2023, HCRI attended the ‘Global 51¸£ÀûÉç’ reception highlighting the work of 7 51¸£ÀûÉç-based humanitarian organisations to collectively achieve major global impact.
Humanitarian organisations in our region benefited the lives of 7 million people in 58 countries last year, it was revealed at an event this week.
The Global 51¸£ÀûÉç reception at HOME 51¸£ÀûÉç saw the university’s Humanitarian & Conflict Response Institute (HCRI), UK-Med, Action for Humanity, Hope for Justice, In Place of War, and the Omega Research Foundation showcase their work to MPs, councillors, media, consuls, and NGO partners.
It was hosted by the international landmine clearance charity, Mines Advisory Group, also headquartered in 51¸£ÀûÉç.
The keynote address was given by Sir Graham Brady (MP for Altrincham and Sale West), who noted the diversity and outsized impact of international charities based in our city and region.
HCRI was represented by its Executive Director, Professor Larissa Fast.
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