SEEDS becomes a Sphere member
SEEDS is proud to take our commitment to quality &
accountability forward, as a full member of Sphere! Looking forward to making a difference in the global work around common principles & universal standards for a humanitarian response!� www.spherestandards.org

Looking back at 2018
In a year of multi-faceted disasters and a range of under-the-radar risks, our work saw variation as well! A few glimpses of helping disaster-hit families recover, driving innovation and continuing to build more resilient communities.Read More

UNISDR Recognition
Mr. Robert Glasser, Head of UNISDR, recognises SEEDS’ efforts towards reducing disaster mortality.. Read More

The states of Assam and Bihar in India are witnessing torrential rains and devastating floods that have ravaged lives of over 12.6 million people.

As of 21^st July 2019, the crisis has affected over 5.7 million people across northern Assam, claiming 67 lives. Whereas in Bihar, flash floods caused by heavy rains in catchment areas of Nepal have affected over 6.9 million people and claimed 97 lives.

Inundation has caused contamination of drinking water across the two states. The situation is made worse as the community is forced to defecate in the open. As the water recedes, new challenges will emerge. Structural damages of houses and schools are expected to be very high, rendering them inhabitable.

Rebuilding for the affected families begins from day 1. Getting back a home is a primary concern. Surrounding issues around immediate medical attention, contaminated water sources and hygiene & utility items also urgently need to be addressed.