Capturing learning from a Typhoon Odette Community-led Humanitarian Action Busao, Maribojoc, Bohol We know them by their first names: JV, Letecia, Marian Rose, Melanie, and Jubillyn. All five of them…

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Tanan man ta nabagjohan (All of us are affected)

A Typhoon Odette Story This could be a lesson in disaster preparedness, but we can do that later. This could be a case study on the failure of the DRR…

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Floating a baby in the flood

Capturing learning from a Typhoon Odette Community-led Humanitarian Action Note: Images are used with permission. Waivers have been signed. Maribojoc, Bohol Chariel Salingay or Yeye belongs to the God of…

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Yeye

“So many overlapping voices, shouting about their problems and needs.” These were the words expressed by Megie Taba, 27, one of the participants during the conduct of Participatory Action Learning…

Continue ReadingOdette Survivors in Dinagat Islands own community-led emergency response, key to self-reliance

Odette Survivors in Dinagat Islands own community-led emergency response, key to self-reliance

These mothers fearlessly strived for their families’ survival and recovery. They believed that they have the capacity to cross raging tides just for their families to not suffer during these trying times. They only wish and hope to let their story be heard by concerned agencies and organizations that are willing to extend a helping hand in Garcia, Libjo, Dinagat Islands.

Continue ReadingFearless Mothers’ Resounding Plea: The Support We Need in Dinagat Islands

Fearless Mothers’ Resounding Plea: The Support We Need in Dinagat Islands

Please find below the statement from A4EP on Typhoon RAI in the Philippines. A4EP is appealing for the Grand Bargain Signatories to adhere to their commitments to localization and support…

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A4EP statement on Typhoon RAI and localisation

In the year 2020, three typhoons hit Rizal province and left a mark of its ferocity. October 25, 2020 when typhoon Quinta (international name Molave) hits Rizal under signal number…

Continue ReadingUlysses-affected org in Rizal builds bamboo bridges outside, inside their homes due to water rise

Ulysses-affected org in Rizal builds bamboo bridges outside, inside their homes due to water rise