CARE Bangladesh’s EAF initiative, titled CARE-ALERT, aims to strengthen anticipatory action and disaster resilience in flood-prone Gaibandha and cyclone-prone Patuakhali. Targeting over 15,800 vulnerable individuals, the project integrates inclusive preparedness, infrastructure upgrades, and early warning dissemination. Key interventions include shelter renovation, livestock vaccination, hygiene kit distribution, embankment repair, and multi-purpose cash grants. The plan aligns with Bangladesh’s National Early Action Protocols (NEAP) and leverages forecast-based triggers to activate timely responses. CARE collaborates with local partners SKS Foundation and JAGO NARI, engaging community groups, disaster management committees, and volunteers to ensure locally led implementation. Special focus is placed on gender equity, disability inclusion, and protection for marginalized groups. Through coordinated efforts with national agencies and platforms like Start Network and Anticipation Hub, the project promotes proactive, no-regret actions that reduce disaster impacts and build long-term community resilience.
Flood-prone areas: District – Gaibandha; Upazila – Gaibandha Sadar; Unions – Kamarjani and Mollarchar.
Cyclone-prone areas: District – Patuakhali, Upazila – Kalapara, Unions – Lalua and Dalbuganj.
Shelter Renovation: 8 flood and cyclone shelters upgraded with gender-sensitive WASH facilities.
Disaster Management Committees Activated and function at 4 Union-level and 20 Ward-level
Inclusive Community Groups Formed: 8 groups (Women, Youth, Farmers, PWD)
Early Warning Dissemination: 75% of targeted population received messages via SMS, voice, or loudspeaker.
Hygiene Kits Distribution - 450 households in cyclone-prone areas.
Livestock Vaccination - 3,000 animals get vaccinated.
Wooden Bridge Repairs - 8 bridges will be repaired to ensure safe evacuation routes.
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