Disaster Management
Islamic Relief has been responding to emergencies for over 15 years, providing a lifeline for vulnerable communities affected by natural and man-made disasters. We continue to increase our work to protect those living in high-risk areas, with a focus on innovative disaster-risk reduction and climate-change adaptation.
Preparedness
As a measure of preparedness for any emergency situation that might arise in the Gaza strip, IRPAL have an updated plan for disaster preparedness, based on Sphere standards.
The plan main purpose is to save lives, minimize disaster damage, and enhance disaster response operations. It is regularly updated upon accurate needs assessment and continuance planning with INGOS through clusters.
Response
IRPAL responds to disasters immediately and effectively within the first hours of occurrence, relying on staff capacity, proper planning and systems.
Such assistance is focused on meeting the basic humanitarian needs of the affected groups until more permanent and sustainable solutions can be found.
Since 1998, and for the first time, Jamil Foreh’s family lives this winter in a safe home.
Since 1998, and for the first time, Jamil Foreh’s family lives this winter
Building two new schools
Building two new schools The Islamic Relief Palestine started carrying out the project of