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How to build Safe Roofs with Corrugated Galvanised Iron (CGI) Sheeting

Corrugated Galvanized Iron or Steel (CGI or CGS) sheets are at present the best known, most widely available low-cost roof covering material. There is an enormous variety of qualities of CGI sheets on the market, greatly varying in the different regions of the world. This manual aims to give guidance on how to choose the […]

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Améliorations au Guide de l’Habitat Actuel dans la Région des Grands Lacs (Conférence, 22-24 avril 2012)

L’atelier: L’atelier organisé par la Croix-Rouge du Burundi et la Croix-Rouge luxembourgeoise avec l’appui technique de l’IFRC-Shelter Research Unit s’est tenu du 22 au 24 avril 2012. L’objectif était de revoir le modèle de maison actuellement utilisé, qui fût établi par le HCR et d’identifier les améliorations possibles. Cinquante participants ont assisté à l’atelier durant

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Standard Guideline for Disaster Prone Housing of Bangladesh

Context and Rationale of the Guideline Bangladesh is predisposed to numerous natural extremities due to its geographic location and meteorological features. Every year, the country faces multiple exposures to extreme natural phenomena that significantly affect the inhabitants’ overall livelihood. Predominantly housing is the most affected paradigm, facing the utmost adverse impacts of nature. Although Bangladesh

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Interim guidance for Red Cross and Red Crescent staff and volunteers working with older people during COVID-19 response (PT)

O objetivo desse documento é prover informação aos funcionários/as e voluntários/as da Cruz Vermelha e o Crescente Vermelho sobre como se envolver, informar e apoiar idosos para enfrentar novos desafios relacionados com o COVID-19. Esse é um documento ativo que será atualizado conforme a situação evolui.

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