RedR Australia

We know that women and girls can be disproportionally affected by the impacts of climate change and extreme weather events.  RedR Australia roster members are on the ground working in vulnerable communities, listening to local women and girls ensuring they are included in disaster preparedness and response efforts. Help us better support women and girls to be disaster ready and protect whole communities, leaving no one behind. Your donation can support initiatives for women and girls to access resources to be better prepared to manage disasters.  Donate Today: https://lnkd.in/e2KfXdWW

Roster member Rebeca, has been working closely with the National Veterinary Directorate (DNV) under Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Forestries (MALFF) in Timor-Leste, alongside the Australian Embassy, and other key stakeholders to finalise a comprehensive Risk Communication and Community Engagement strategy rooted in the principles of “One Health” approach-  As the Public Health Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) Specialist for the rabies outbreak response in Timor-Leste, supported by the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) and funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) this role and project is supporting the management of a significant health issue for communities.   Timor-Leste had been rabies-free until March 2024, when the first ever human case of rabies, following a dog bite, was detected in Timor-Leste. This unprecedented challenge has highlighted the critical need for a coordinated response to protect both public and animal health.   During her first month of deployment, Rebeca engaged with national and international partners to co-develop joint Information, Communication, and Education materials and leverage existing networks to deliver rabies messages effectively to the target audience. She also reached out to community champions and respected local influencers to strengthen the campaign’s reach and resonance.    Rebeca joined the DNV vaccination team in Covalima - a high-risk Municipality - for a field assessment, which provided valuable insights into community dynamics, barriers to dog vaccination compliance, and effective communication pathways. Her findings have informed actionable recommendations to enhance community engagement and support the dog vaccination campaign.    Looking ahead, Rebeca will lead the implementation of the RCCE campaign in early 2025. This initiative will ensure targeted messaging and widespread community involvement, reinforcing the shared responsibility of safeguarding public and animal health in the fight against rabies in Timor-Leste.   This is RedR Australia's first deployment partnership with DAFF, we are honored to be a part of such an important public health initiative. #MALFF #RCCE #PublicHealth #TimorLeste #humanitarianresponse

This Christmas, give a little extra.   When you donate to RedR Australia you are helping to train and deploy experts who help communities effectively prepare and respond to disasters.    Make a lasting impact this holiday season for people who are in great need around the world. Donate today- Thank you. https://lnkd.in/e2KfXdWW

In April last year violence erupted on the streets of Khartoum between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. The conflict is still ongoing. Humanitarian access has been limited and disrupted by the conflict, leaving local people and communities in great need. RedR Australia roster member, Alexis is working as a Operations Support and Logistics Specialist, with the World Health Organization (WHO), to provide essential medical supplies to the thousands of displaced people and families. Recently, Alexis was part of the team supporting the delivery of 9 trucks loaded with 694 critical medical kits and supplies to aid some 366,100 people across West, Central, East and South Darfur. Access to Healthcare is a fundamental human right even in times of conflict. With support from Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), Alexis' critical work is making it easier and fairer for people in need to access medical supplies. #humanrights #sudan #HumanitarianRelief 

RedR Australia roster member, Deepak is advancing waste management through his work with UNDP. Deepak aims to create opportunities to improve livelihoods and reduce waste through his circular economy model. “We aim to develop the circular economy while developing entrepreneurship in the area,” he said. “This will help young people to generate business." Deepak's initiatives not only mitigate the health risks posed by such large-scale waste, but amplifies sustainable solutions to better serve the community. Read more about how Deepak's innovative waste management systems are making a difference: https://lnkd.in/gHPxKMje

“We need at least 16 days of activism to raise our voices about this issue. People don't like to talk about it. People don't like to think about it, but in reality, thousands and thousands of people suffer from this—and if they suffer in silence, it only makes it easier for the perpetrators to continue on. We need decision makers to understand that we need to move forward, and we let those who have been victims know that what has happened to them is unacceptable and they have dignity.” —Dr. Helen Durham AO, humanitarian lawyer and RedR Australia CEO    Listen to Helen’s episode on RedR Australia’s podcast, Humanitarian Conversations: https://lnkd.in/gTQ7eXgE     #16Days #NoExcuse #HumanRightsDay 

Train with RedR Australia in Amman, Jordan this February! "Very informative, interactive, interesting and beneficial for people responding to disasters" Essentials of Humanitarian Practice (EHP): February 5–9, 2025 Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT): February 12–16, 2025 Join the thousands of graduates who say RedR Australia courses are a 'must' for those in humanitarian and disaster response. Secure your place today: https://lnkd.in/gQQ5Q4g

#16days #endGBV We know that gender- based violence increases in the wake of disaster and this is just as true close to home as it is further afield. Let's talk about this and acknowledge that it happens so we can put more preventative measures in place during planning and preparedness stages. Read more about this in a research paper from the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience knowledge hub- https://lnkd.in/g-QVCVFc Title- Gender and sexual minorities and disaster: balancing structural and agentic perspectives Author- Dr Tegan Larin  Publication- Australian Journal of Emergency Management  Date-July 2024 edition "Violence and sexual assault are particular concerns for women and girls in the aftermath, recovery and rebuilding after disaster. For example, following the Northern Rivers floods in 2022 in the north-eastern region of New South Wales, which affected 18 small towns and settlements as well as a major urban centre, women reported experiencing sexual assaults and violence in emergency shelters (Foote et al. 2023)."  

Another really inspiring conversation with two specialist lawyers- Firouzeh and Helen- this is a must for anyone interested in International Humanitarian Law, Human Rights Law and what if you've wondered what it means navigating this at the garssroots level. Thank you champions!

On International Day for People with Disability, we celebrate the incredible leaders working in this space. From all of us who are living with disability, to our advocates pushing for meaningful change—our communities are stronger when we’re all included. 🎙️Listen to RedR Australia's roster member Simione as he discusses disability inclusion in the Pacific on our podcast: https://lnkd.in/gqyiSQXG  👓 You can also read the episode transcript in the above link.   #IDPwD