Emergency & Disaster Relief

According to Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council, in a disaster situation, the provision of safe water and sanitation solutions, and especially hygiene promotion, are vital to reduce the spread of epidemic diseases. Resources available in this sub-theme include case studies of disaster response, overviews of ongoing support to emergencies, and other resources related to WASH provision in disasters.

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Emergency & Disaster Relief Resources

Assisting the Vulnerable Conflict-Affected in Darfur Quarterly Report (Jan-March 2014)

Published: 
March 31, 2014
U.S. Agency for International Development
In early 2014 a new wave of violence across Darfur generated enormous additional humanitarian needs. Hostilities and violence involving Government forces supported by the Rapid Support Force, a Government-affiliated militia, and armed movements in Darfur have expanded and the conflict has spread...Read more
Regional focus: 
SudanSub-Saharan Africa

Assisting the Vulnerable Conflict-Affected in Darfur Quarterly Report (Oct-Dec 2013 Period)

Published: 
January 1, 2014
U.S. Agency for International Development
In 2013 South Darfur State was affected by various conflicts including fighting between the SAF and SLA-AW forces, fighting between militias and Government security officials, and inter-tribal fighting. The state also faced problems of banditry and criminality raising serious concerns about...Read more
Regional focus: 
SudanSub-Saharan Africa

Global - USAID/OFDA Health Sector Update, Fiscal Year (FY) 2013

Published: 
October 1, 2012
U.S. Agency for International Development
The Horn of Africa is recovering from one of the worst droughts on record with 13.3 million people in need of assistance of some kind. Recognizing the inextricable link between health and other core humanitarian sectors, particularly nutrition and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), USAID/OFDA...Read more
Regional focus: 
EthiopiaSub-Saharan Africa

South Asia - Newsletter: May/June FY 2012

Published: 
June 1, 2012
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA have provided funding for disaster response and disaster risk reduction programs in Sri Lanka, Nepal, Pakistan, and Afghanistan including distribution of WASH resources. Preventing the spread of water and vector borne illnesses are a top priority.Read more
Regional focus: 
South East Asia

Emergency Response and Livelihood Recovery for Drought Affected Communities in North Eastern Kenya: Final Report: August 1, 2011-April 30, 2012

Published: 
January 1, 2012
U.S. Agency for International Development
In response to the humanitarian crisis in the Horn of Africa, Mercy Corps has been implementing the Emergency Response and Livelihood Recovery Program in Wajir District of Northeastern Kenya with support from the USAID Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance. The OFDA program was heavily invested...Read more
Regional focus: 
KenyaSub-Saharan Africa

Assisting the Vulnerable Conflict-Affected in Darfur Quarterly Report (July-Sept 2012)

Published: 
January 1, 2012
U.S. Agency for International Development
According to the United Nations Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) Sudan Humanitarian Weekly update for September 2012, sporadic fighting continued in parts of Darfur, resulting in new civilian displacement.Read more
Regional focus: 
SudanSub-Saharan Africa

Global - USAID/OFDA Shelter and Settlements Sector Update, Fiscal Year (FY) 2011

Published: 
March 1, 2011
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA have provided funding for disaster response and disaster risk reduction programs in Indonesia, Haiti and Kyrgyzstan for disaster response and constructing emergency water, sanitation and hygiene infrastructure and transitional housing.Read more
Regional focus: 
IndonesiaEast Asia and Pacific

Assisting the Vulnerable Conflict-Affected in Darfur Quarterly Report (July-Sept 2011)

Published: 
January 1, 2011
U.S. Agency for International Development
This quarter, July to September 2011, represented the transition from the 1st OFDA grant (1st June 2010 to 31st July 2011) to the approval of the cost extension proposal (1st August 2011 to 31st July 2012). MCS obtained a modification of the award to extend the initial completion date, revise...Read more
Regional focus: 
SudanSub-Saharan Africa

Latin America and the Caribbean - Newsletter: January FY 2011

Published: 
January 1, 2011
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA have provided funding in Latin America and the Caribbean largely focused on Cholera alleviation in Haiti, assisting families in Brazil following severe flooding, and effective use of water during firefighting.Read more
Regional focus: 
Latin America and the Caribbean

Zimbabwe - Zambezi River Basin Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Programs, Fiscal Year (FY) 2009

Published: 
September 30, 2010
U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID developed a Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) which reports stable national food security due to an adequate 2009/2010 harvest and sufficient availability of food in local markets. However, some food-insecure populations will require assistance beginning in October and...Read more
Regional focus: 
ZimbabweSub-Saharan Africa

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