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Learn about UN relief efforts to help millions displaced by the tsunami disaster and find out how you can contribute.

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UN Special Envoy for Tsunami Recovery, former US President Bill Clinton addresses the Economic and Social Council
In his address, Mr. Clinton warned that the most challenging days lay ahead in recovery, disaster prevention and in applying lessons-learned. [Archived Webcast]

From the Secretary-General: Tsunami Highlights Needs of Small Island States
The United Nations will continue to do its part, sparing no effort to ensure that help reaches those who need it, quickly and effectively.

A Terrible Wave: Tsunami Disaster [Need Realplayer]
A short documentary on the tsunami and the rehabilitation of people with disabilities. Courtesy of the Victor Pineda Foundation and the Disability Media Center, UNESCAP, the ILO and the World Bank.

Photo Essay: Observing Post-Tsunami
In April 2005, Antje Beyen, an independent photographer and documentary filmmaker, visited the tsunami-affected areas of Thailand and Indonesia to observe first-hand the tedious process of reconstruction following the deadliest disaster in modern history.

In the Wake of the Tsunami
'In the Wake of the Tsunami' is a centrespread from Issue 2, 2005, which may be printed and used as a poster.

First Person: Tales of Loss and Hope for the Future
For 55-year-old K. Vadivel and his surviving family members, life would never be the same. His wife of 30 years and his livelihood as a fisherman had been swept away within a matter of minutes by the tsunami.

Poem: Swept Away
A poem by 11 year old Lindsay Stevens.
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