Between 30 April and 2 May 2025, there were a cascade of extreme weather events from overflow of rivers to flash floods: 18 people injured, 4,429
Month: September 2025
Panama: River Pollution
Since the end of May 2025, the La Villa River — the main water source for the provinces of Herrera and Los Santos — has been facing a critical situatio…
Humanitarian Relief and Emergency Response
This is to provide immediate, coordinated, and life-saving assistance in the first 72 hours following a disaster. Target Activities: * Rapid distribution of food, water, hygiene kits, and medical aid. * Deployment of community-based first responders. * Provision of psychosocial and spiritual care. * Relief delivered within 48 hours in funded zones.
Shelter Rehabilitation Assistance
This is aimed at helping restore housing facilities with disaster-resilient design. Target Activities: * Rebuilding homes with resilient and environmentally-friendly designs * Training local builders in climate-resilient construction. * Supporting community-led “build back better” initiatives.
Livelihood Recovery and Economic Reintegration
The is aimed at restoring and strengthening local economies affected by disasters. Target Activities: * Start-up funds for microenterprises and cooperatives. * Skills training, value chain support, and digital entrepreneurship. * Access to microfinance and insurance schemes.
Accountability, Learning, and Innovation
This is to ensure good governance, transparency, and innovation in disaster management. Target Activities: * Development of digital grant tracking dashboards. * Independent audits and evaluation systems. * Documentation of best practices and policy dialogues. * 100% compliance with international financial standards. * Partners use real-time reporting tools.