Emergency Response
Swift Action, Saving Lives
Disasters, whether natural or human-made, strike without warning. GRACE’s Emergency Response initiative is dedicated to providing immediate relief during floods, fires, pandemics, and other crises. We focus on delivering life-saving resources, coordinating recovery efforts, and equipping communities to better withstand future emergencies.
Ghana is highly vulnerable to natural and artificial disasters, including floods, droughts, fires, and industrial accidents. Inadequate preparedness, limited emergency resources, and slow response times exacerbate the impacts, leading to loss of lives and economic damage.
Why GRACE Seeks to Intervene
Over the past five years, floods have displaced 100,000+ people annually, with damages costing the nation $30 million each year.
In 2022, fire outbreaks caused 210 fatalities and property losses worth over $2 million.
Between 2018 and 2022, Ghana recorded 65 industrial accidents, many of which stemmed from poor regulatory compliance and a lack of emergency preparedness.
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Over the past five years, floods have displaced 100,000+ people annually, with damages costing the nation $30 million each year.
Source: National Disaster Management Organization, "Annual Flood Impact Report" (2023).
What GRACE will do
Disaster Preparedness Training
Develop and deliver community-level disaster response training programs.
Equip local volunteers with first aid kits, life jackets, and other essential emergency tools.
Rapid Response Units
Partner with government and private stakeholders to establish rapid response teams for high-risk areas.
Deploy mobile emergency clinics and shelters during crises.
Infrastructure for Disaster Resilience
Build flood barriers and improve drainage systems in flood-prone regions.
Strengthen fire safety compliance measures in markets and public spaces.
In 2022, fire outbreaks caused 210 fatalities and property losses worth over $2 million.
Source: Environmental Protection Agency, Ghana
What GRACE is calling for
Faster Response Times: Reduced disaster-related fatalities by 30%.
Community Resilience: Empower 50,000 residents with disaster response skills.
Economic Savings: Avoid $15 million in annual damages through proactive measures
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GRACE Emergency Relief Fund (GERF)
Emergencies demand urgent action. GRACE Emergency Relief Fund (GERF) ensures that we can act swiftly to provide food, shelter, and medical care during crises. With your help, we can rebuild lives and restore hope.
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Swift Action, Saving Lives
Emergency Response
Disasters, whether natural or human-made, strike without warning. GRACE’s Emergency Response initiative is dedicated to providing immediate relief during floods, fires, pandemics, and other crises. We focus on delivering life-saving resources, coordinating recovery efforts, and equipping communities to better withstand future emergencies.