Emergency Preparedness and Response

Emergency preparedness and response

Emergency preparedness and response are plans and actions to stay safe when something unexpected, like a natural disaster, happens.

Emergency Preparedness means getting ready before any problem occurs. This can include:

Making a list of emergency phone numbers
Packing an emergency kit with food, water, a torch, and first aid supplies
Knowing the quickest, safest way out of your home or building
Practicing what to do if an emergency happens

Emergency Response means the actions we take right when an emergency happens. These might be:

Calling for help
Moving to a safe place
Using the first aid kit if someone is hurt
Following the plan we made earlier to stay calm and safe

Together, preparedness and response help us manage emergencies better and protect lives.

At a glance…

Over 4 million affected in Kenya as per statistics shared by N.D.M.A (National Disaster Management Authority).
Children remain the biggest victims of the drought threat. 1.4 million children in Kenya are in need of humanitarian assistance (NDMA, April 2022)
Conducted field assessments through the support of Meru N.D.M.A to get a deeper understanding of the situation including proposed interventions by the community (visits to sampled locations in Meru & Isiolo, interviews and photos)
A total of 35,052 households with a population of 177,137 are in urgent need of food support
10,749 children under 5yrs are experiencing acute food shortage.
Sources of livelihoods range from agriculture, agro-pastoral to pure pastoral (casual labour as an indirect source of livelihood from the areas mentioned)
Effects include failed crops, livestock deaths, learning disruption, community migration, child malnutrition, inter-community conflicts, SGBV, loss of casual jobs and water-borne related diseases.

Working with communities

Each child and each family is part of a community. We work with partners to develop strong social support systems for children and families to develop, grow and learn in a positive, supportive environment. Our allies include community-based organisations, local authorities and governments. Together we build resilience in vulnerable families.

Health

Access to nutritional assistance, secure their basic needs and promote access to healthcare to keep children and families healthy.

Training

Training and equipping parents to earn an income and create a stable home. Ensuring access to education for girls and boys, including school fees, school uniforms, study materials, tutoring and after-school help.

Advisory

Coaching in parenting and household management skills, coaching and further training in the areas of education, housekeeping and violence prevention.

Income

Advice and education, training, further education for parents to create a sustainable livelihood.