Earthquake and disaster risk reduction in Nepal

Dear Friends,

We are back to share some recent updates on how we’re strengthening our approach to disaster risk reduction (DRR). In the past few months, our team has taken big steps to prepare for emergencies and support our communities with resilience and care.

Highlights and Key Initiatives

1. Expanded Community Health Team: We've added more trained healthcare staff to our team, especially Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), to make sure there’s always someone on hand to help. Whether it’s everyday health needs or emergency situations, having this team available around the clock means a lot to the communities we serve.
2. Boosting Medical Supplies and Emergency Resources: One of our main goals has been to keep our clinic stocked with all the essential medicines we might need, especially when access becomes difficult during emergencies. Alongside this, we’ve prepared emergency kits that are packed and ready to go. These kits have been carefully put together to help our team respond right away when disaster strikes.
3. Central Support and Emergency Shelters: Our central office team is in closer coordination with our field teams now, ready to step in with guidance and support as soon as it’s needed. 

These initiatives may sound simple, but they reflect our deep commitment to being there for the communities we work with, especially in their most challenging moments. Thank you for being there with us and making all of this possible. We’re grateful to have your support on this journey.

Warm regards
PHASE Nepal Team

Dear Friends,

We are back with another report that highlights the recent efforts and updates made by our organization in the field of disaster risk reduction (DRR). Over the past three months, significant strides have been made to enhance our capacity to respond effectively to emergencies and support community resilience.

Key Updates and Initiatives

1. Expansion of Community Health Staff: Our organization has its team dedicated to community health. This expansion ensures that we have skilled ANMs available 24 7 to deliver essential healthcare services during disasters and beyond.
2. Ensuring Medical Supply Sustainability: The clinic operated by our organization is now well-stocked with ample medicine reserves. This proactive measure mitigates the risk of shortages during emergencies, enabling us to provide uninterrupted healthcare services to the community.
3. Enhanced Support from Central Office: The central office team has been equipped and is actively engaged in providing continuous support and guidance to our field staff. This coordinated effort ensures a seamless response to emergencies and effective implementation of disaster preparedness plans.
4. Deployment of Emergency Tents: In readiness for rapid deployment during emergencies, our organization maintains a stock of tents. These tents are strategically positioned to swiftly provide shelter and support to affected communities in crisis situations.
5. Emergency Kit Bag: A critical asset in our disaster response arsenal is the emergency kit bag. This kit is meticulously prepared and always ready for immediate deployment. It contains essential supplies and tools necessary to initiate emergency response efforts promptly.

The recent enhancements and preparedness measures undertaken by our organization reflect our commitment to proactive disaster risk reduction. These efforts are aimed at safeguarding communities and ensuring swift and effective responses to emergencies. Because of your continuous support, we remain dedicated to provide service in rural area.

Thank you for your continued support and consideration.

Sincerely,

PHASE Nepal Team