
Ecuador
MSF last worked in Ecuador in 2016, in response to two earthquakes that hit the country.
After the first 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck, four of our teams already working in South America travelled to Ecuador and spent a month working in Manabí and Esmeralda provinces, two of the worst-affected areas, which were later declared disaster zones.
After an initial assessment, our teams focused their efforts on providing mental health support and distributing relief items.

One month after earthquake, MSF finishes its activities

Mental health after the earthquake

Testimonies from people living in shelters

We want to restore people’s normal daily activities

Earthquake in Ecuador: I’m so scared to go back home

The population is fearful and nervous

MSF teams offer psychosocial support, distribute medicines in affected areas

People are very scared Many have had to leave their homes
