 © UNICEF/Pirozzi We took Niece and her mother to the only hospital in the region and we are hoping she will survive. |
Bossongoa, Northwest Central African Republic
Hello, I'm UNICEF Ambassador Mia Farrow. I'm posting to UNICEF's Fieldnotes blog to share details from my trip. Yesterday we traveled to Bossongoa in northwest, Central African Republic.
In 2003 Bossongoa was attacked by rebels that support the current government. Ever since, the effects have been very devastating. At present people are struggling to survive.
Many of the men were killed leaving countless widows to fend for their themselves and their children.
I came upon a three-year old baby girl named Niece who was in the final stages of severe malnutrition. Her hair has fallen has out and her legs and belly were swollen.
We took Niece and her mother to the only hospital in the region and we are hoping she will survive.
Niece is the face of conflict and poverty. This is what the children of Central African Republic are facing.
Comments (3)
I was happy to read that Mia, received the medal of honour from President Francois Boizize. What an honor indeed, and she deserves is, as does UNICEF for the work you all do. Thank you.
Posted by Matt | February 15, 2007 9:10 AM
Posted on February 15, 2007 09:10
Beautiful little girl. Job well done; keep it up.
Posted by Charlotte | March 4, 2007 10:40 PM
Posted on March 4, 2007 22:40
I am so interested in these facts. I am so ashamed that I didn't know about these things happening. I have signed petitions to try to convince our UN to send forces to Dahfur, but, these specifics, I didn't think about. We take so much for granted here in America. I am not able to work due to undergoing chemotherapy and its rigors. I will however, keep myself informed and inform my friends. When I am able I will do more to help. May the One true God have mercy on these unfortunate people. The governments of this world will have to answer one fine day.
Posted by Gwendolyn Moore | March 7, 2007 11:45 AM
Posted on March 7, 2007 11:45