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http://www.worldbank.org/we – In one of the most densely populated areas in the world, the need for a dependable water supply is critical in the Gaza Strip. The scarce water resources presents a major humanitarian and development challenge. The environment is choked with untreated sewage, threatening the health and well being of the Palestinian population, as well …
In the wake of their classroom’s demolition, UNICEF and partners lend support to Palestinian students, by rehabilitating their school and providing psychosocial sessions.
In the wake of their classroom’s demolition, UNICEF and partners lend support to Palestinian students, by rehabilitating their school and providing psychosocial sessions.
This report presents the second Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment (VCA) study conducted by the Palestinian Red Crescent Society in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, subsequent to the initial VCA study which was written in 2000.
In 1999-2000, the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) embarked on a 6-month VCA, which assessed communities’ perceptions of the hazards most likely to occur, their needs and the resources available to prepare for and mitigate the impacts of these hazards – whether major disasters or daily challenges. In September 2000, the Palestinian territories erupted into …
Palestine Red Crescent Society – reducing risk through VCA Read More »