Last year, OTG led the largest ground operation to rescue DHHDBDD families out of Ukraine and provide life-saving aid to those who could not evacuate. Because we can not predict how long the war will last and what regions will become affected, we established hubs throughout the country. This was a proactive measure so that we could continue to disperse aid as it becomes available to us.

This year, we continued to distribute several hundred solar lights with mobile charging units in addition to clean water filtration systems. Solar lights are a great necessity for DHH people as they allow for accessible communications via Sign Language when the electrical grid is destroyed. The USB mobile charging port allows phones to charge for sending and receiving vital information. The red light setting helps alert warnings, is helpful to deter mosquitos and provides visual access for people with low vision. The blink setting helps DHH people know when someone is trying to get their attention.

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