A powerful earthquake struck Nepal on Saturday, killing more than 1,000 people. Finn Church Aid will release 200 000 euros in humanitarian aid for victims of the earthquake.

“People are suffering and they need urgent assistance. Their priority needs are water, shelter and hygiene”, says Eija Alajarva, Finn Church Aid’s Head of Development Cooperation.

Finn Church Aid is organizing the aid via its country office in Nepal.

For more information please contact Mrs. Eija Alajarva, Finn Church Aid, Head of Unit, Development Cooperation, +358 40 582 11 83