Disaster Risk Reduction

Reactive Responses

When disaster strikes, timely and effective action is crucial. Our reactive responses are designed to address immediate needs and minimize harm during and after emergencies.

• Emergency Relief: We provide displaced families with essentials such as temporary shelters, clean drinking water, food supplies, and medical assistance. For example, during the 2024 Mathare floods,  In Mathare, bordering Nairobi’s Mathare river, over 4000 households were impacted. People were in dire need of food, hygiene products, mattresses, blankets and school supplies.
• Health and Sanitation: To prevent disease outbreaks, we work to restore damaged sanitation facilities and deploy mobile health clinics to affected areas. We also distribute hygiene kits, including soap, water purification tablets, and mosquito nets.
• Infrastructure Support: Collaborating with local governments and NGOs, we assist in clearing debris, repairing damaged roads, and restoring access to critical community services.
• Trauma Support: Recognizing the mental health toll of disasters, we provide counseling and psychological support, particularly for vulnerable groups like children and mothers.

Vulnerability Assessment

Understanding where and how disasters hit the hardest is key to effective intervention. We conduct detailed assessments to identify high-risk zones and prioritize resources.

• Risk Mapping: Using GIS technology and community feedback, we create detailed maps highlighting flood-prone areas, fire risks, and sanitation vulnerabilities.
• Community Surveys: Engaging directly with residents allows us to collect valuable data on their experiences, needs, and priorities during disasters.
• Identifying Vulnerable Groups: Special attention is given to children, the elderly, pregnant women, and people living with disabilities, as they are often disproportionately affected.
• Policy Recommendations: The insights from our assessments are shared with policymakers and stakeholders to guide long-term urban planning and resource allocation.

Dialogues & Public Participation

Sustainable disaster response requires community ownership. We prioritize open dialogue and active participation to ensure solutions are locally driven and inclusive.

• Community Forums: We regularly organize forums where residents can voice their concerns, share experiences, and propose solutions. This participatory approach fosters trust and ensures interventions align with community needs.
• Disaster Preparedness Training: Partnering with schools, women’s groups, and youth organizations, we build local capacity to respond to emergencies. Training covers first aid, evacuation procedures, and basic rescue techniques.
• Partnerships with Local Leaders: We collaborate with community leaders to enhance communication channels and mobilize resources during crises.
• Advocacy and Awareness: Through public campaigns, we promote better environmental practices, such as proper waste disposal, to reduce disaster risks like flooding.