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Climate change is not a distant threat for Vanuatu—it is a daily reality affecting communities, livelihoods, and futures. While global leaders continue to negotiate climate commitments, ni-Vanuatu people are already experiencing the devastating impacts of rising sea...
Menstrual health involves more than managing menstruation—it includes access to accurate information, affordable menstrual products, safe and accessible water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities, medical care for menstrual-related conditions, and an environment...
On 17 December 2024, Vanuatu experienced a powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake. 14 people tragically lost their life, half of them in the collapse of the Billabong Store. It was the largest mass casualty event our nation has endured in recent memory. Everyone was...
This is a video from Care International in Vanuatu. It outlines the importance of including people with disabilities in disaster preparedness and community planning. It shows how communities can use disability inclusion training to share needs and come up with...
Introduction This manual is adapted from the Mental Health and Psychosocial (MHPSS) Manual developed by IsraAid and Vanuatu Ministry of Health. During the COVID-19 global pandemic, Vanuatu was struck by a category five (5) Tropical Cyclone (TC) Harold on the 6th of...
Disasters like cyclones, floods, or earthquakes can make it hard to stay clean and comfortable. There may be little water, few toilets, and limited supplies. Having your period or experiencing incontinence in a disaster can be stressful and cause feelings of worry,...
WATER SANITATION AND HYGIENE (WASH) Safely managed drinking water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) are essential to human health and well-being. Access to WASH contributes to good health and the prevention of disease, enables participation in other areas of life such as...
Goal of this report is to provide summary of the formative research conducted by Live & Learn Vanuatu on barriers to WASH habit formation and inclusive WASH in Schools in Vanuatu. The research was commissioned by the Ministry of Education and Training in Vanuatu...
The Vanuatu Country Gender Assessment of Agriculture and the Rural Sector (CGA-ARS, or Assessment) examines how gender issues interact with social, economic and environmental development in Vanuatu. It will inform the country- and regional-level work of the Food and...
This study uses a unique data set of 106 cocoa-growing households in Epi, Vanuatu, to study mens and womens participation in decision-making concerning 17 agricultural activities. Women participate in many aspects of the production and postharvest activities of food...
Responding to the demand, the Australia Pacific Climate Partnership commissioned the Economics of Acting Early research to generate evidence on the value of early actions in reducing the impact of climate change and disaster events in the Pacific. It is intended to...
Almost the entire population of Vanuatu, an estimated 251,319 people (80%), are in need of humanitarian assistance following the consecutive impact of Tropical Cyclones (TC) Judy and Kevin. The cyclones have caused widespread and substantial damage across the Vanuatu...
Pacific youth (15–24 years) experience multiple challenges to realising their sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Climate-related disasters compound pre-existing social and health inequities, including for youth SRHR. Meaningful youth engagement is...
This report represents the voices of children affected by cyclones in Vanuatu, and by elevating children's voices we gain valuable insights into their experiences and needs. Children have the right to participate in decisions that impact their future, and their active...
Vanuatu’s society, environment and economy are highly vulnerable to climate change and disaster risks. The devastating consequences of a category five cyclone, and the subsequent severe El Niño and the crises accompanied by unstable Volcanic activities as highlight...
Environmental change has been associated with human mobility over the years and climate change is starting to affect movement in new ways, now termed climate mobility. In this research brief, the effect of climate change on women and persons with disability in Fiji,...
Long taem blo eni disasta, ol famili o pipol oli muvmuv. Oli muv igo long nara ples, o haos, o haos blong olgeta ino gat. Ol garen blong olgeta inomo kat, maet win, o wora o volkano itekemaot. Hemya imekem se fulap taem ol famili oli gat fulap wariness long olgeta. Mo...
VPride is announcing the launch of the guide for Effective SOGIE Inclusion in Times of Disaster. This is a big step towards a more inclusive Vanuatu. Click to view the guide and here to take a course.
The project addresses climate adaptation needs at the government, sector, and community level. It also standardises the use of science-based climate information for decision-making. This is seen as a necessary foundation to underpin awareness raising and long-term...
To read the full report click here. Introduction Why are gender and social inclusion important in disaster response and protection activities? During disasters, women, girls, boys and men face a broad range of protection challenges which can affect them...
To read the full report click here. Introdaksen From wanem nao jenda mo sosiol inklsuen i impoten long taem blong disasta rispons mo proteksen aktiviti? Long taem blong disasta ol woman, gel, boe mo ol man oli fesem fulap difren kaen proteksen jalens we...
To read the full report click here. Ensure that all frontline responders understand and have signed the Gender and Protection Cluster Code of Conduct for Emergency Responders. This will assist in ensuring awareness and agreement to perform responsibilities and...
To read the full report click here. Introduction All humanitarian workers and disaster responders are personally and collectively responsible for upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct. Implementation of the...
Roles and Responsibilities CDC’s Identified hazards or any changes to your community in relation to weather which present significant risk to the community; Identify resources available to community members i.e. transport (Truck, roads), tools, seed stock, water...