The Resource Library contains a searchable inventory of documents related to hazards and disaster preparedness in communities around the globe. It serves as a repository of program documentation, policies, annual reports, lessons learned, guidance, and tools and methodologies that can help you design and learn about preparedness operations in any region. Use the search box and filters below to better find what you’re looking for.
The COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting and destroying the livelihoods of individuals and communities across the world. The Help Desk offers specific livelihoods information and guidance incorporating the threat and impact of COVID-19 to National Societ...
Guidance material, COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Livelihoods and Food Security
The Cash Help Desk is a service available for all staff and volunteers of National Societies, the IFRC Secretariat, and the ICRC who might want to access remote technical advice on the use of cash assistance in response to the COVID-19 pandemic crisi...
Key tips and discussion points for community workers, volunteers, and community networks. Guidance developed in a joined effort of the World Health Organization, IFRC, and UNICEF.
Guidance material, Community Engagement and Accountability, COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Psychological coping during disease outbreak – elderly and people with chronic conditions. Guidance material provided by the Hong Kong Red Cross. Guidance is available in English, Chinese, Chinese (simplified).
Guidance material, COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
In the context of COVID-19, the talks between helpers and affected usually persons takes place using phones or online media to avoid spread of the virus. The exception to this may be PFA provided between frontline workers. In addition to handling the...
Guidance material, COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
This briefing note summarizes key mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) considerations in relation to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The brief was last updated February 2020. Source: Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC)
Guidance material, COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
Staying a safe distance away from others while outside the home is important for staying safe. You can think of animal lengths to know how far apart you should be. Available in 15 languages: English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Portuguese (Brazil), Port...
Game, Communicable Disease, COVID-19 (Coronavirus), Disaster Preparedness Games