Working as Head of Strategic Partnerships for @IFRC Asia Pacific Regional Office. My tweets are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of my employer.
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Herve Gazeau retweeted
Early warnings save lives, but only when people have the resources to act on them.
At COP31, the @IFRC is calling for greater investment in locally led early warning, preparedness and anticipatory action, so communities can protect lives and livelihoods before disaster strikes.
Funding must reach the local people and organizations turning warnings into action.
#COP31 #EarlyWarningForAll
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Here in Antalya my message is clear: “Climate-induced disasters are increasing humanitarian needs at a time when humanitarian funding has gone down drastically. At the @IFRC, we are advocating for investment at the local level, in preparedness and anticipatory action, and for timely investment before crises happen.” #COP31
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A very strong El Niño is expected to develop in the coming months, raising concerns about possible extreme heat, drought, water shortages, unusual rainfall and sudden storms.
Early preparedness is essential to help communities reduce risks and stay safe. The @MyanmarRedCross Society, together with Red Cross Red Crescent partners, is strengthening preparedness, prepositioning relief supplies and building response capacity. Volunteers are also raising community awareness on disaster risk prevention and providing first aid knowledge to help people better prepare.
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Pleased to meet this morning with H.E. Sun Yi the Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Afghanistan @ChinaEmbKabul.
We exchanged views on Afghanistan’s humanitarian context and the importance of sustained engagement and partnership in support of vulnerable communities.
Looking forward to continued dialogue and constructive collaboration.
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Thanks to Mr Yoon Chusok and his colleagues from the Korean Disaster Response team for sharing findings and ideas on the response to the flash floods. Korea's support has enabled the @ifrc's and @NepalRedCross humanitarian action.
Herve Gazeau retweeted
The devastating floods in Nepal have not only destroyed homes but also severely damaged water infrastructure. Access to health centers has been cut off as bridges have been swept away. @NepalRedCross, with support of @ifrc, is on the ground providing critical support, including the establishment of an emergency health clinic offering basic healthcare services. In addition, 14 water tanks have been installed, helping more than 9,600 people regain access to safe drinking water.
These life-saving efforts are made possible through the generous support of partners like @MOFAkr_eng
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Real needs. Real impact. Real people.
This is not AI. This is the reality facing communities in Nepal after devastating floods destroyed homes, roads and bridges, leaving families isolated and in urgent need.
Supported by the @IFRC, @NepalRedCross volunteers continue to deliver life-saving assistance, including food, safe water, shelter, healthcare and psychosocial support.
Yet the needs remain immense. Please donate to our CHF 25 million Emergency Appeal and help us support communities now and in the months ahead.
Herve Gazeau retweeted
We took a few minutes to recognize @NepalRedCross Founding Day this morning. Since 1963, it has been serving communities around Nepal. A happy congratulations to all volunteers and staff. In the meantime, our responsibility now is the flash floods and our work continues.
नेपाल रेडक्रस सोसाइटीको ६४औं स्थापना दिवसको हार्दिक शुभकामना।
६४ वर्षदेखि पीडित र विपन्न समुदायको साथमा उभिएको यस संस्थालाई नमन। विशेषगरी अहिलेको बाढी प्रतिकार्यमा दिनरात खटिरहेका हजारौं स्वयंसेवकहरूप्रति गहिरो कृतज्ञता व्यक्त गर्दछु। तपाईंहरूको निःस्वार्थ सेवा नै रेडक्रसको साँचो शक्ति हो।
जय रेडक्रस। जय मानवता।
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Catastrophic floods in Nepal have devastated entire communities, leaving families facing profound loss and growing humanitarian needs.
In the latest episode of @IFRC Weekly News, @FleurVerwer, IFRC Communications Coordinator for the Nepal emergency, shares what she witnessed in affected communities, the stories of loss and resilience she encountered, and how needs are evolving as the response continues.
Listen to the latest episode and learn more about our ongoing humanitarian response.
Spotify: bit.ly/3UuzlAs
Apple Podcast: bit.ly/4cZrKA5
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Disasters leave no time to negotiate how help arrives.
As devastating floods in Nepal show, damaged infrastructure and difficult access can make reaching people in need an immense challenge.
If these things can be defined before a disaster happens, governments and humanitarian organizations can focus on the response. -@jagan_chapagain, @IFRC Secretary General
That is why the IFRC is calling for Earth’s Missing Treaty: a global disaster treaty to strengthen preparedness, protect people most at risk and establish clear rules for humanitarian assistance to cross borders.
We must act before the next disaster strikes.
Thank you Korea for supporting the local efforts of @NepalRedCross through the @ifrc #local #everywhere
Flash floods in Nepal have left thousands without access to healthcare, safe drinking water and basic sanitation. The @NepalRedCross Society is on the ground, distributing hygiene kits, rehabilitating drinking water schemes, and providing emergency WASH support and medical services to affected communities.
We will continue working alongside our partners (@KoreanRedCross, @MOFAkr_eng) to provide vital water and sanitation support to affected communities as they recover from this crisis.
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Herve Gazeau retweeted
Yesterday's catastrophic flash floods have left communities across Nepal in urgent need.
@NepalRedCross volunteers are already responding, distributing essential relief kits with sleeping mats, shelter kits, and medical supplies.
The Irish Red Cross is asking for your support to help fund these crucial relief operations.
Please donate to the appeal today: donate.redcross.ie/nepalfloo…
Herve Gazeau retweeted
“It’s one thing to be resilient and another to experience this kind of enormous shock.” @David_A_Fisher
In Nepal, @NepalRedCross teams have been responding since the first hours of the devastating floods, providing food, safe drinking water and hygiene supplies to displaced families.
But many communities remain cut off by damaged roads and disrupted communications. With further flooding possible, volunteers are also sharing urgent warnings to help keep people safe.
People have lost loved ones, homes, businesses and livelihoods. The @IFRC has launched an Emergency Appeal to support the immediate response and help communities recover.
Learn more: donate.redcrossredcrescent.o…
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Catastrophic floods in Nepal have swept away entire communities, destroyed roads and bridges, and left thousands of families in urgent need of support.
In the latest episode of @IFRC Weekly News, @TDellaLonga, IFRC Spokesperson, explains the challenges of reaching isolated communities and how @NepalRedCross teams are responding with first aid, emergency shelter, safe water and essential supplies.
Listen to the latest episode to learn more about the situation on the ground and the urgent humanitarian response.
Spotify: bit.ly/4izHvBi
Apple Podcast: bit.ly/4i0uwZh
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Persistent heavy rainfall and flooding continue to affect communities across Lao PDR.
With CHF 500,000 from @IFRC_DREF, Lao Red Cross will support 12,000 people in 8 provinces with multipurpose cash assistance, safe water and hygiene support to help meet their most urgent needs.
Thank you to all donors for making this assistance possible.
Read the DREF Operation: go-api.ifrc.org/api/Download…
Herve Gazeau retweeted
The @IFRC has launched an Emergency Appeal for CHF 25 million to support @NepalRedCross following the devastating flash floods in northern Nepal.
Nepal Red Cross teams have been on the ground since the immediate aftermath of the floods. The 24-month IFRC Emergency Appeal will support shelter, cash assistance, health, relief items, water and sanitation, mental health and psychosocial support, restoring family links, and longer-term recovery.
IFRC is mobilizing its network to support Nepal Red Cross as the response evolves.
Donate: ifrc.org/emergency/nepal-fla…
Read the press release: ifrc.org/press-release/ifrc-…
Herve Gazeau retweeted
As communities affected by the devastating floods in Nepal face immense challenges, aid is already reaching some of the hardest-hit areas.
Hear from our Operations Manager in Nepal and see how the @IFRC and the @NepalRedCross are working together to deliver essential assistance and support communities in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Herve Gazeau retweeted
Floods and landslides continue to impact millions across the Philippines. @philredcross has mobilized 1,000+ volunteers and 150 staff to provide lifesaving rescue, evacuation, medical, relief support and hot meals. @IFRC_DREF is being mobilized to help scale up the response.
Herve Gazeau retweeted
In flood-prone communities of Tangail, Bangladesh, efforts are underway to strengthen how people prepare for, withstand, and recover from recurring disasters.
With the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea (@MOFAkr_eng), the Korean Red Cross (@KoreanRedCross) together with the Bangladesh Red Crescent (@BDRCS1) and the @IFRC, are implementing a Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction project for residents of Tangail.
Through these activities, residents are building practical skills and systems that support safer living, before, during, and after floods:
🔸27,546 people reached
🔸896 disaster preparedness drills conducted
🔸313 vulnerable households supported with livelihoods
🔸160 sanitary latrines installed
Beyond immediate relief, the focus is on enabling communities to act early, reduce risks, and strengthen their ability to cope with future shocks.
Herve Gazeau retweeted
As the holy month of #Ramadan is about to start, the @IFRC extends its best wishes to all those celebrating. Ramadan is also a time of reflection, and we reiterate our call on all parties to spare civilians, uphold human dignity, and ensure safe access to humanitarian assistance, especially during this sacred month.
