THE NEED
In 2022, the Emergency Event Database EM-DAT recorded 387 natural hazards and disasters worldwide, resulting in the loss of 30,704 lives and affecting 185 million individuals. From sweltering heat waves to the unending series of cyclones, prolonged spells of drought to unprecedented downpours, we all have witnessed a relentless series of disasters across the globe. These disasters inflicted irreplaceable losses in terms of both lives and property. In the wake of such challenges, United Way Mumbai recognizes the urgent need to stand with and support the disaster-affected communities, striving to rebuild lives and restore hope in the face of adversity.
SOLUTION
Our efforts respond to the needs of disaster affected communities by adopting a comprehensive approach of immediate relief, mid-term relief and long term rehabilitation:
In this phase, we work with local administration and on ground partners to assess needs of affected communities in the worst hit areas. Based on the needs assessed, we provide immediate relief through ration kits, hygiene kits, temporary shelters and clean drinking water.
In this phase, we work towards providing basic health services to affected populations and preventing spread of epidemics. Families are given free medical consultations and issued basic and important medications on a case to case basis. Transitional shelters are built and families are supported as they move back home from relief camps.
In this phase, we work on building infrastructures and capacities of communities. During this process, we aim to “build back betterâ€. Long term rehabilitation includes rebuilding schools / homes / hospitals, providing livelihood opportunities, improving disaster preparedness and resilience.
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