In the midst of a war-torn city, where the sound of explosions punctuates daily life and fear is a constant companion, Dr. Sarah Van Dijk stands as a beacon of hope. An experienced field surgeon with Artsen zonder Grenzen, Sarah has spent the past six months in a conflict zone that has devastated families and left thousands without access to basic healthcare.
When Sarah first arrived, the hospital was in shambles. With limited resources and an overwhelming number of patients, she and her team worked around the clock, treating injuries ranging from shrapnel wounds to malnutrition. Children, often caught in the crossfire, became the focus of her efforts. One particularly heartbreaking case was a young boy, Ahmed, who had lost his family in an airstrike and arrived at the clinic severely injured.
For weeks, Sarah and her team provided round-the-clock care. With every stitch and every surgery, they fought not only for his life but for his future. Slowly, Ahmed’s condition improved, and eventually, he smiled for the first time since the tragedy.
Every day, our teams at Artsen zonder Grenzen are on the front lines, providing life-saving medical care in the world’s most dangerous and underserved areas. From war zones to natural disasters, we stand with those who have nowhere else to turn. But we can’t do it alone. Your support helps us reach more people in need. Whether you give a donation or volunteer your skills, you can make a difference. Donate today to help us deliver critical medical supplies, surgeries, and emergency care to those who need it most. Volunteer with us, and use your expertise to bring hope to communities devastated by conflict, disease, and disasters. Together, we can save lives and restore hope where it's needed most. Join us.
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Amira, mother of three, refugee camp in South Sudan
"When the fighting started, we had to leave everything behind. My children and I walked for days without food, without clean water. My youngest, Hadi, became so sick I thought I would lose him. The doctors from Artsen zonder Grenzen found us in the camp, and they didn’t just treat my son—they saved his life. I will always be grateful for their kindness, for giving us hope when we had none."
Dr. Jonas Vermeer, field surgeon in Yemen
"Working with Artsen zonder Grenzen has been the most challenging and rewarding experience of my life. In conflict zones and disaster-stricken areas, we provide care to people who have no other options. One day, we’re treating patients injured by explosions, and the next, we’re combating a cholera outbreak. Knowing that we’re saving lives every day—it's what keeps me going, despite the long hours and difficult conditions."
Ahmed, survivor of conflict in Syria
"When the airstrike hit our neighborhood, I thought my life was over. I was trapped under rubble with a broken leg, and there was no hospital left in the city. Artsen zonder Grenzen came to our rescue. They brought me to their clinic, operated on me, and cared for me until I could walk again. They didn’t just save my life, they gave me back my future."