Strengthening resilience during and after disaster

Quarterly Performance Report – Local Partner (SORD)

APRIL  2026
Project Title

"Strengthening Resilience During and After Disasters"

Prepared by: Shaif Al-Deen
Position: Project Manager
Organization: Sanid Organization for Relief and Development (SORD)
Email: Programs.officer@sanid.org
Website: www.sanid.org

Reporting Period: February 1, 2026 – May 7, 2026

Date of Submission: May 6, 2026

Sector: Multi-Sectoral (Protection, Shelter, Food Security, & WASH)

1. Executive Summary

During the period from January to May 2026, SANID implemented the "Strengthening Resilience During and After Disasters" project. This intervention was designed as a rapid response to the escalating needs of communities affected by natural disasters and ongoing conflict in Yemen. The primary objective was to bolster the capacity of the most vulnerable groups to respond to emergencies, adapt to shocks, and accelerate the recovery process.

Direct Beneficiaries (Reach):

The project directly reached 198 individuals, categorized as follows:

• Men: 53
• Women: 67
• Girls: 34
• Children (Boys): 44

Beneficiaries were selected from districts most affected by recent floods and displacement waves in Sana’a, Al-Hudaydah, and Taiz, in full coordination with local authorities and Community-Based Committees (CBCs).

2. Program Activities & Implementation

The project utilized an integrated approach across three main pillars:

I. Capacity Building & Training

• Emergency Response Training: 6 specialized training courses were conducted, covering First Aid, Safe Evacuation, and Disaster Risk Management (DRM), benefiting 120 participants (Men/Women).
• Psychosocial Support (PSS): 34 girls were trained on PSS skills for children during emergencies to enhance community-based protection.
• Community Committees: 5 Community Emergency Committees were established, trained, and equipped with first aid kits and basic Early Warning Systems (EWS) tools.

II. Emergency Response & Direct Assistance

• Non-Food Items (NFIs): Distributed 120 Emergency Shelter Kits (blankets, mattresses, and kitchen sets) to families who lost their belongings due to floods.
• Food Assistance: Distributed 120 integrated food baskets (sufficient for one month), prioritizing female-headed households.
• Cash-Based Interventions (CBI): Provided emergency cash assistance of 60,000 YER each to 53 affected families for urgent shelter repairs.

III. Protection (Child & Gender-Based Violence)

• Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS): Established 2 CFS in IDP camps, providing PSS and recreational activities for 44 children.
• GBV Awareness: Conducted 8 awareness sessions on GBV protection mechanisms during disasters, attended by 67 women and 34 girls.

3. Key Results & Impact

• Achievement Rate: The project achieved 100% of its quantitative targets.
• Shelter Recovery: 53 families restored safe shelter through cash support (exceeding the target by 5%).
• Behavioral Change: Impact surveys indicated that 87% of beneficiaries now possess the knowledge to act correctly during flood emergencies.
• Women Empowerment: For the first time, 3 women joined the Community Emergency Committees in leadership roles. These committees successfully evacuated 18 families safely during the March 2026 floods.

4. Challenges & Lessons Learned

Challenge

Mitigation / Lesson Learned

Logistical Access: Road damage due to floods in February restricted field team movement.

Early engagement with local community leaders facilitates access and alternative routing.

Economic Fluctuation: 15% increase in the prices of relief items compared to the planned budget.

Flexibility in budget reallocation and the effectiveness of Cash Assistance over in-kind aid for maintaining dignity.

Social Sensitivity: Cultural barriers regarding gender-sensitive activities.

Recruiting female volunteers from the same local community ensured high acceptance and participation.

5. Field Success Story

Case Study: Umm Mohammed – Al-Hudaydah Governorate

After participating in the Safe Evacuation training, Umm Mohammed was able to act calmly when the community committee signaled a flood warning last March. She successfully evacuated her five children and an elderly neighbor minutes before the water reached her home. Using the cash assistance provided, she repaired her damaged roof.

"Before this project, I was terrified and confused. Now, I know exactly what to do. I sleep at night with peace of mind," she shared.

6. Recommendations

1. Project Extension: Extend the intervention for an additional 6 months to cover the upcoming peak rainy season (July–August 2026).
2. Inclusion: Expand PSS activities to include men, as high levels of psychological stress were observed among male heads of households.
3. Technology: Invest in low-cost community-based Early Warning Systems (e.g., manual sirens/whistles).
4. Coordination: Strengthen coordination with the Shelter, WASH, and Protection Clusters to avoid duplication and ensure a unified response.

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