Emergencies
During emergencies, Trócaire works with local partner organisations to provide immediate relief as well as an effective long-term response. Trócaire is currently working on a number of emergencies:
Burma Cyclone
Trócaire is working to help victims of the cyclone that ripped through Burma. More here
Kenya Emergency
Trócaire is working to help victims of the unrest in Kenya. More here
Crisis in Darfur, Sudan
Conflict in the Darfur region of Sudan has left thousands homeless. More here
Asia tsunami
Learn about Trócaire's response in tsunami affected Asia. More here
Trócaire's approach
At all times, Trócaire's emergency and rehabilitation work is designed to build upon the existing capacities of local communities. When an emergency situation arises, Trócaire is contacted by a local partner who will provide information about the needs of the people being affected.
Then, together with the partner, we work quickly to develop an appropriate proposal for emergency intervention. The partners’ contribution is crucial in that in-depth knowledge of the local area, issues, local authority structures and language is provided.
Rather than the expense of importing emergency supplies from Europe for example, in so far as is possible, all necessary inputs are purchased locally. In this way the local economy is supported and partners and communities become actively involved in the emergency relief effort. They develop long-term capacity which they can draw upon again into the future.