Integrated Water Resource Management
As defined by the Global Water Partnership, integrated water resource management is a process which promotes the coordinated development and management of water, land, and related resources in order to maximize the resultant economic and social welfare in an equitable manner without compromising the sustainability of vital ecosystems. Resources available within this theme provide guidance on how to conserve and restore watersheds, reduce pollution, adapt to climate change and reduce risks from floods and droughts.
Integrated Water Resource Management Resources
Haiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #12, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 29, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
According to a USAID implementing partner, local staff conducted an assessment of Petite Riviere de l'Artibonite, Artibonite Department, and determined ongoing needs for food assistance. As of September 27, approximately 1,194 IDPs remained in seven shelters. Prior to September 24, when...Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #11, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 26, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
On September 26, a third USAID/OFDA-chartered aircraft arrived in Port au Prince with 5,088 hygiene kits, 4,350 ten-liter water containers, and three 10,000-liter water bladders from the USAID/OFDA warehouse in Miami, Florida. Worth more than $96,000, including transport, the additional...Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #9, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 22, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/DART and CDC staff noted need for soap, mosquito nets, access to potable water, and medical supplies in shelters in Gonaives. CDC staff is coordinating with headquarters to provide diagnostic kits and training to the Haitian national Laboratory to increase local diagnostic capacity in...Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #10, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 22, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
In Bainet, USAID/DART staff reported that Hurricane Gustav had destroyed 23 homes and damaged 236 others, according to the Mayor's office. Approximately 908 individuals are residing in temporary shelters in Bainet, according to the USAID/DART. ' USAID/DART staff noted damage to the...Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #8, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 18, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
A number of communities remain inaccessible and the humanitarian situation remains unclear. IOM noted need for adequate sanitation in shelters in Gonaives. A major disease outbreak has not occurred but IOM reported that diarrhea has affected more than 50% of IDPs in shelters.Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #7, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 17, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA is committing $2 million to the U.N. WFP along with $750,000 to NGO partner World Visions to support distribution of emergency relief supplies and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activities. USG is providing $30million in humanitarian assistance to affected populations in Haiti.Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanKenya - Complex Emergency: Fact Sheet #18, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 17, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
According to the Kenya Long Rains Assessment report, overall annual crop production in 2008 declined 9% compared to 2007 and 12% compared to five-year average. As a result of crop shortfall, high commodity prices, post-election violence, livestock diseases, water shortages, and associated conflict...Read more
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KenyaSub-Saharan AfricaHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #6, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 16, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/FFP is providing an additional $7million contribution that will enable USAID/FFP to meet 40% of the food requirements as set out in the U.N. flash appeal launched on 9/12. President Preval stated that infrastructure (bridges and transport) are key priorities. Water has begun to recede...Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #5, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 15, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
Improved sanitation and hygiene conditions and clean-up ops were emerging as priority response activities following initial distributions of food, safe drinking water, and relief commodities to most communities affected by recent storms. Some isolated, inaccessible communities have yet to receive...Read more
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HaitiLatin America and the CaribbeanHaiti - Storms: Fact Sheet #3, Fiscal Year (FY) 2008
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September 13, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/DART members reported challenging access and critical humanitarian conditions exist. Food distributions have improved but adequate food, safe drinking water, health services, and improved sanitation and hygiene services remain urgent. UNICEF reports sufficient water containers but areas...Read more
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