Bangladesh is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, facing recurring threats such as floods, cyclones, river erosion, and landslides. For millions living in rural and coastal regions, disasters are not occasional events — they are recurring disruptions to daily life, safety, and survival. At Aloshikha, we recognize that timely and compassionate disaster response can make the difference between despair and dignity.
Our Disaster Response Program is built on two key pillars: emergency relief and community resilience. We not only respond rapidly during crises, but also work throughout the year to build local preparedness and reduce vulnerabilities. Our approach is people-centered, inclusive, and grounded in local knowledge.
When disaster strikes, Aloshikha mobilizes its teams to deliver immediate relief: food packages, safe drinking water, hygiene kits, warm clothes, and temporary shelter materials. Our response is guided by needs assessments and in collaboration with local authorities.
We support displaced families with materials to build temporary homes and sanitation facilities. In the recovery phase, we help rebuild community infrastructure — such as schools, tube wells, and latrines — to restore a sense of normalcy.
We work with village disaster committees and schools to disseminate early warning messages, evacuation training, and first-aid knowledge. Through community drills and mock exercises, we strengthen the ability of residents to respond before official help arrives.
Disasters often destroy the fragile income sources of poor families. We assist with livestock replacement, seeds and tools for replanting, and small grants to restart income-generating activities after disaster hits.
Post-disaster trauma is often invisible but deeply felt. Our community volunteers offer basic counseling and support to families, especially women and children, to help them emotionally recover and regain hope.
Responded to 15+ major disasters in the last decade
Provided emergency aid to over 30,000 individuals
Distributed 10,000+ hygiene kits and food packages
Trained 500+ local volunteers in disaster preparedness
Supported over 100 villages with rehabilitation and resilience building
Our model prioritizes speed, local leadership, and accountability. We maintain pre-stocked relief supplies in disaster-prone zones and train youth groups in rapid response. Aloshikha works closely with government disaster management departments, donor agencies, and humanitarian networks to ensure efficient coordination.
As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of disasters, Aloshikha is scaling its efforts to build climate-resilient infrastructure, promote risk-sensitive land use, and invest in community-based early warning systems. We aim to create disaster-smart villages where people are not just survivors, but leaders of change.
