CARE in Action: Maciej Popowski, Director-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO)

In episode #144, Andrea Barschdorf-Hager talks with Maciej Popowski, Director-General of the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO). They discuss how anticipatory action and mobile cash transfers can stop disasters from turning into catastrophes – and how local actors and international NGOs like CARE ensure that aid reaches those most in need, from Bangladesh to Somalia.  The “CARE in Action” podcast is sponsored by CC Real.