The Community Humanitarian Emergency Board
We are committed to uplifting communities across the world through education, healthcare, nutrition and sustainable development. COHEB strives to foster positive change, so, join us on this journey of hope, as we work hand-in-hand to create a brighter, more inclusive world for all.

Homelessness

A critical issue in Maryland, affecting thousands of individuals and families. Recent statistics reveal that on any given night, over 6,000 people experience homelessness across the state. This includes a significant number of veterans, children, and those facing chronic homelessness due to various factors such as economic hardship, mental health issues, and lack of affordable housing.
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Drug Abuse

Drug abuse continues to be a pressing issue in Maryland, with alarming statistics highlighting the extent of the crisis. In recent years, the state has seen a significant rise in opioid-related overdoses, with nearly 2,500 deaths reported in 2023 alone. Heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioids are the primary contributors to this epidemic.
Addressing this crisis requires a comprehensive approach, including prevention, education, and accessible treatment options to support those affected and reduce the toll on our communities.
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Population with Disabilities

According to recent data, approximately 11% of Maryland residents, or nearly 700,000 individuals, have some form of disability. This includes a wide range of physical, cognitive, and sensory impairments that impact daily living and participation in society. Efforts to support this population are critical, encompassing accessible healthcare, inclusive education, and employment opportunities. By addressing these needs, Maryland can foster a more inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and contribute to the community.
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COHEB USA

Emmanuel Natoa Itoe

COUNTRY DIRECTOR

It is wrong to attest that there are no humanitarian needs in the United States of America. According to various reports and surveys undertaken by the Community Humanitarian Emergency Board (COHEB) in the Montgomery County of the Maryland state, in 2023, revealed that, 54% of the 1.52.521 people living in various cities of the County, are suffering from homelessness, making it the largest increase among inner suburbs of Washington DC.
Additionally, the racial composition of the homeless population in Montgomery County is predominantly white, with 77.2% falling into this category. These numbers highlight the ongoing efforts by the government and various stakeholders to address homelessness in the county and the need for continued support and resources.
The impact of drug abuse in Montgomery County is another significant concern. Approximately 60-70% of all crimes committed in Montgomery County are somehow tied to drug abuse. Death rate caused by this illegal and destructive malpractice, is between 16-30% between 2017 and 2023. While these statistics provide insight into the impact of drug abuse in the county, it is essential to continue monitoring and addressing the situation.

Another significant humanitarian concern in Montgomery County is the number of people living with different types of disabilities. Reports from the public health department in the county revealed that about 8.7% of residents in the county are suffering from disabilities, which amount to 91.129 people have at least one disability. This information is crucial for planners, local government decision makers, non-profit organizations, and the public to better understand the unique characteristics and humanitarian challenges faced by the Montgomery County community dwellers.

Other humanitarian and public concerns like the daily influx of illegal immigrants in the county, lack of basic community tools for commendable education programs, sexual abuse in various cities of the County amongst other community concerns, are alarming in the Montgomery County, making humanitarian intervention indispensable, and as the only way to accurately addressing this situation, and to guarantee sustainable response and solutions to the crisis.

The Community Humanitarian Emergency Board (COHEB) with her qualified team of humanitarian experts and professionals, has strategically figure out major projects, through her Health and rehabilitation, Education and social welfare departments, to significantly provide sustainable solutions and to support government efforts in addressing this humanitarian concerns in the Montgomery County. Support today and safe lives, safe our community.

Serving humanity is the greatest privilege we have as we live. The vision of COHEB is another unique platform available to support the underprivileged population and to build human capabilities in various communities, most particularly in the Montgomery County of the state of Maryland. Literacy and educational growth mindset is indispensable to every society because it’s the only way people can gain social and financial autonomy. Support COHEB USA today and put a smile in someone’s life. God bless you as you support.

COHEB USA

Mrs Constance Eseh

Director of Education and Social Service Department
COHEB USA

Dr. Eseh Lawrence

Director of the Department of Health and Rehabilitation

The United States government, in collaboration with a number of humanitarian experts and professionals, has identified significant humanitarian concerns in various communities in the Country, and its working with various stakeholders in this Communities on how to provide necessary relief to this Communities concerned.
Many of those Communities are battling with drug problems, high rate of school drop-outs, teenage pregnancies and teenage mothers, and an increasing number of homelessness and hunger.

These are various psycho-social issues destroying our community, and we can not sit back to allow this to continue to happen. Ours is a society with a lot of resources, that if we channeled, will go a long way in addressing these problems and eventually adding value in the life of someone.

This is why COHEB USA has taken upon itself to work with local community and government of the state of Maryland, and other goodwill and concerned Citizens like you, as well as home based organizations, towards providing sustainable response and solutions to this crisis.
We count on your free will donations to COHEB USA, you will be promoting a worthy course and all your donations will be well managed.

Humanitarian response is a very sensitive aspect that enhances durable community development in every society and a reliable indicator for good governance.

The Community Humanitarian Emergency Board, (COHEB) in the United States of America, has taken upon itself to partner with the Government of the State of Maryland, and most particularly the Montgomery County authorities, which is her jurisdiction of operations, in eliminating and bridging the gaps associated with Community development, especially in the area of service delivery.

This, among other activities, will be made possible through continuous monitoring and evaluation of different analyses inherent in Montgomery County with respect to all social ills plaguing the society.

To actually see these to realization, COHEB USA is counting on a strong collaboration with all stakeholders, most especially the government and victims of social ills in our community.

We intend to carry out both qualitative and quantitative analysis to this end and make it known to the government whenever necessary for immediate response.

COHEB USA

Mr. Okha Bau Morara

Program Director

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