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Community Engagement and Accountability

Community Engagement and Accountability includes risk communication, behavior change, according to IFRC guidelines.

Qualitative Guide to run Focus Group Discussions (FGD) with communities and local authorities on Early Warning Systems

This tool provides structured guidance for conducting focus group discussions (FGDs) with communities and local authorities to assess the effectiveness, inclusivity, and trustworthiness of Early Warning Systems (EWS). Part of the IFRC’s Enhanced Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment (eVCA) toolbox, it supports participatory assessments of local risk knowledge, communication channels, and preparedness capacities. The guide can […]

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A building with a sign reading 'Local Emergency Operation Center (LEOC)' in both Nepali and English, located in Kailali district, Nepal.

Understanding Barriers to Early Warning Messages for People Living with Non-Communicable Diseases in Nepal

About this Paper This study explores the challenges that people living with non-communicable diseases (PLWNCDs) face in accessing early warning messages (EWMs) during disasters in Nepal, focusing on flood-prone districts of Kanchanpur and Kailali. Findings reveal delayed and inaccessible warnings, language barriers, and low trust in message accuracy, leading to limited preparedness. Many PLWNCDs struggle

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Factors Impeding Comprehension and Inclusion of Early Warning Messages in Kolwa East Ward, Kisumu County, Kenya

About this Paper This study explores the factors hindering the comprehension, accessibility, and inclusivity of early warning messages (EWM) in Kolwa East Ward, Kisumu County, Kenya. Despite the vital role of early warning systems (EWS) in reducing flood-related risks, gaps in message dissemination, institutional coordination, and community engagement limit their effectiveness. Using qualitative research methods—including

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Utilization of Early Warning Information and the Factors Influencing Actionability of Early Warning Messages Among Last Mile Communities in Drought-Prone Areas In Eswatini

About this Paper This study examines the utilization of early warning information and the factors influencing its actionability among last-mile farming communities in Eswatini’s drought-prone regions. With a focus on the Lubombo and Shiselweni regions, the research explores barriers to accessing, interpreting, and acting on early warning messages, particularly in marginalized and remote areas. Key

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Bridging the Gap: Investigating Barriers and Enhancing Resilience in Last-Mile Communities Through Inclusive Early Warning Strategies in Rural Lezha, Albania

About this Paper This research investigates the barriers preventing rural communities in Lezha, Albania, from effectively accessing, understanding, and acting on early warning information for natural disasters. Using a mixed-method approach, the study highlights critical challenges, such as limited access to timely warnings (only 11% of respondents found information easily accessible), poor comprehension of messages

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Enhancing People-Centred Early Warning Systems (PCEWS) in Traditional Coastal Communities of Brazil: An Intersectional Approach to Inclusive Risk Communication

About this Paper: This study investigates barriers to accessing and acting on Early Warning Systems (EWS) among traditional coastal communities in southeastern Brazil, focusing on Quilombola and Caiçara groups. These communities face unique challenges, including delayed information, unreliable communication technologies, and misinformation, exacerbated by socio-economic and geographic vulnerabilities. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research engaged

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Fact Sheet: Coastal City Resilience and Extreme Heat Action Project (CoCHAP)

The Coastal City Resilience and Extreme Heat Action Project (CoCHAP) Fact Sheet outlines the progress and objectives of this initiative led by the IFRC with funding from USAID/BHA and technical support from the American Red Cross and the RCRC Climate Centre. CoCHAP focuses on building climate resilience in urban communities in nine secondary cities across

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DRR in FCV Contexts: Capacity Building and Training Materials

Skill up! Technical skills, soft skills and skills from other areas are necessary to successfully implement DRR in fragile, conflict and violence affected contexts. Some of the capacity building needs can be addressed with these e-learning courses at the IFRC platform: Applying the Fundamental Principles in Conflict Situations Basic Introduction to IHL / Introduction to

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DRR in FCV Contexts: Tool Repository

The DRR Practitioner Handbook “Navigating fragility, conflict and violence to strengthen community resilience” consolidates practical tools and resources to support DRR programming in FCV contexts. The tool repository offers a comprehensive collection to serve as a reference to contextualize and support current and future programming. If you have additional resources or tools that have proven

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From Local Infrastructure to National Policies: How the Albanian Red Cross Leads the Way in Building Resilient Communities

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With a rich history spanning over a century, the Albanian Red Cross has been at the forefront of disaster preparedness and response efforts, from addressing local emergencies to promoting long-term community resilience. Fatos Xhengo, the Coordinator of the Disaster Preparedness and Response Program, brings over 30 years of experience to his role. In this DRM

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