Natural Hazards
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The NATURAL HAZARDS TOOLBOX is a compilation of basic information on humanitarian cases caused by natural disasters. The NATURAL HAZARDS TOOLBOX strengthens the preparedness and response capacity of humanitarian workers in the field, health authorities and the public to the increasing dangers of natural disasters.

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This half-day training module introduces participants to basic skills in psychological first aid (PFA). It is suitable for all Red Cross and Red Crescent staff and volunteers working in any sector. It aims to enable participants to: know what psychological first aid is and what it is not ... more
It aims to enable participants to: know more about reactions to distress know what psychological first aid is and what it is not understand the three action principles of ‘Look, Listen and Link’ have practised providing PFA to someone in distress have considered comple ... more
t aims to enable participants to: know more about children’s reactions to distress know what psychological first aid for children is and what it is not understand the three action principles of ‘Look, Listen and Link’ in relation to children have practised providing PFA t ... more
Il vise à permettre aux participants de d'en savoir plus sur les réactions des enfants à la détresse de savoir ce que sont les premiers secours psychologiques pour les enfants et ce qu'ils ne sont pas de comprendre les trois principes d'action "Regarder, Écouter et Relier" en r ... more
Les Premiers secours psychologiques pour les Sociétés de la Croix-Rouge et du Croissant-Rouge ont été développés par le Centre de Référence pour le soutien psychosocial de la FICR. Il se compose : • d'un Guide des premiers secours psychologiques pour les Sociétés de la Croix-Rouge et ... more
It aims to enable participants to: know more about reactions to distress know what psychological first aid is and what it is not understand the three action principles of ‘Look, Listen and Link’ have practised providing PFA to someone in distress have considered comple ... more
Psychological first aid is a simple, yet powerful way of helping someone in distress. It involves paying attention to the person’s reactions, active listening and if relevant, practical assistance to help address immediate problems and basic needs. Learning psychological first aid skills and under ... more
Les premiers secours psychologiques sont un moyen simple, mais efficace, d'aider une personne en détresse. Ils consistent à prêter attention aux réactions de la personne, à l'écouter activement et, le cas échéant, à lui apporter une aide pratique pour l'aider à résoudre ses problèmes imm ... more
The toolbox contains guidance and tools (sample templates) for data collection in M&E of PSS programmes. The tools can be adapted to PSS programme, depending upon target group, activities and scope. These are tools that may be useful for your programme and many are drawn from existing PSS programme ... more
The toolbox contains guidance and tools (sample templates) for data collection in M&E of PSS programmes. The tools can be adapted to PSS programme, depending upon target group, activities and scope. These are tools that may be useful for your programme and many are drawn from existing PSS programme ... more
The Global Early Warning – Early Action (EWEA) report on food security and agriculture is developed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The report is part of FAO’s EWEA system, which aims to translate forecasts and early warnings into anticipatory action.
Since December 2016, the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) has affected Peru, causing heavy rainfall, floods, landslides, hail and electric storms. Although the impact has been particularly serious in the northern coastal regions, levels of affectation are reported in all 24 of the country’s de ... more
- Pacific Possible Background Paper No.6

Ready Wrigley prepares for hurricanes

Cate Shockey & Kara Stephens U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2017) C_CDC
Cholera is an intestinal infection caused by bacteria known as Vibrio cholerae. The main symptoms of this disease are diarrhea and vomiting, which both lead to rapid dehydration in people with this potential fatal disease. Keeping people hydrated, long enough so that they are able to seek medical at ... more