A drought emergency in Nepal's Madhesh Province has left 1.2M people struggling for water. With early monsoons failing, @ifrc has launched a CHF 250K DREF to support 60K people with urgent WASH needs through @NepalRedCross
Hospitality Meets Humanity event stands as a meaningful step toward integrating the hotel industry into the humanitarian ecosystem in 🇧🇩. By bridging commercial sector with social responsibility, has opened doors for life-saving support, capacity building, a resilient Coxs Bazar
Pacing a movement: How Artha Run Club is redefining the running culture
Long before the city’s chaos kicks in, Artha’s runners reclaim public space—moving not for speed, but for purpose.
https://t.co/RiSWxhEjgH —by @Sam__Grg
WHO assesses the health risk posed by the COVID-19 variant under monitoring (called NB.1.8.1) to be low at the global level. 🧵
WHO continues to track variants: https://t.co/3tJkDZdY1V
Great meeting the Danish Red Cross in Nepal and learn more about their important work on improving access to healthcare, disaster resilience, youth empowerment, and climate action. @DanRedCrossNP @MLGotholdt
Early warnings + early action = lives saved.
When communities act before disasters strike, they cut risks dramatically.
#AnticipatoryAction isn’t the future—it’s the now of disaster preparedness.
Retweet to spread lifesaving preparedness!
मनसुनजन्य विपद् जस्तै बाढी, पहिरो र अतिवृष्टिको जोखिम कम गर्न मौसम पूर्वानुमान, पूर्वसूचना, पूर्वतयारी र समयमै गरिने कार्य अत्यन्तै महत्वपूर्ण हुन्छ। समुदायको सुरक्षाका लागि समयमै दिइने सूचना र त्यसअनुसारको पूर्वतयारीले जनधनकाे रक्षा गर्न मद्दत गर्दछ।
#EarlyWarning #Preparedness #MonsoonSafety #DisasterRiskReduction #EW4All @NepalRedCross@IFRC
"Ring, ring... the mobile rang."
Mantora learned through a text message that the floodwaters had risen. Thanks to this early warning, her family and their animals escaped in time.
Together with @rodekorsdk, communities in Nepal are now more resilient and ready to respond.
@BDRCS1 hosted @eu_echo officials for a field monitoring visit in Dhaka. Engaging discussions with communities showcased our commitment to CEA & PGI mainstreaming in DRM & health pillars in #PilotProgrammaticPartnership.
Strengthening community resilience! #StrongerFasterSafer
As considerable needs persist, the EU is today launching an initiative with @IFRC and @BDRCS that will improve the health, wellbeing and economic resilience of over 8,000 persons injured during the July/August 2024 uprising. The EU stands with Bangladesh and supports the political transition. @EU_FPI@IFRCAsiaPacific@BDRCS1@BocAlberto@sonakshidey
Grateful to the European Union for supporting 8,000+ people affected by the July-August 2024 mass uprising events in 🇧🇩. With the MoHFW, @BDRCS1, @danskrodekors and @RodaKorset, we are committed to strengthening resilience & restoring dignity.
Together, we make a difference. 🤝
Workplace productivity and mental well-being
Stress and burnout don’t disappear when ignored. Workplaces that address these struggles foster stronger employees.
https://t.co/G5B9v51qIP —by Dipesh Tandukar
"I want to be self-reliant and work as an electrician," says Sangita Rokaya, 22, from Nepal. She’s breaking stereotypes and will soon be a Certified Electrician, inspiring women in her village. Let's celebrate #InternationalWomensDay on March 8th! #forallwomenandgirls#IWD2025
As traditional aid funding declines, it’s more important than ever to focus on actions that deliver the most impact.
With evidence showing the life saving benefits of early warning & anticipatory action, it remains essential to prioritize the replication of these approaches.