The Role of Youth and Women in Community-Based Disaster Preparedness
In recent years, the frequency and intensity of disasters, both natural and human-induced, have highlighted the urgent need for inclusive, community-based disaster preparedness. Across urban and peri-urban areas of Pakistan, especially in vulnerable settlements, the importance of empowering citizens with life-saving knowledge has become undeniably clear. Disaster risk reduction (DRR) is no longer a field […]
International Day for Rural Women: Strengthening Resilience Amid Flood Disasters in Pakistan
Every year on October 15, the world observes the International Day for Rural Women, honoring the indispensable contributions of women in rural areas to agriculture, food security, and sustainable development. From global plains to Asian villages, rural women are the backbone of food production, biodiversity protection, and climate resilience. Yet, they also remain disproportionately […]
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
Building a Resilient Karachi with BREDO Every year on 13 October, the world observes the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) to highlight the importance of reducing the risks and impacts of disasters. This day reminds us that disasters are not only about natural hazards, such as floods, earthquakes, heatwaves, or fires, but also […]
Urban Hazards in Karachi: How Community Training Builds a Safer City
Karachi, Pakistan’s largest metropolitan city, is a complex urban landscape where more than 20 million people live amid intersecting environmental, technological, and social risks. From urban flooding to fires, building collapses to industrial accidents, Karachi’s vulnerabilities are deeply rooted in rapid urbanization, weak infrastructure, and limited public awareness about disaster preparedness. In such an environment, […]
BREDO Calls for Gender-Inclusive Urban Flood Resilience in Karachi
The Bridge for Resilience, Empowerment, and Development Organization (BREDO) has urged the inclusion of women and differently-abled persons in urban flood resilience planning across Karachi. Recognizing their critical role in community preparedness, BREDO emphasized that gender-responsive disaster strategies are key to reducing vulnerability and ensuring sustainable urban safety. Recent community assessments conducted by BREDO in […]
Why Karachi Floods Every Year: The Humanitarian Cost of Urban Neglect and Climate Change
Every monsoon season, Karachi faces the same devastating reality: widespread flooding, collapsed infrastructure, and thousands displaced from their homes. The city, home to over 22 million residents, continues to flood year after year due to a combination of urban mismanagement, outdated drainage systems, and intensifying climate threats
BREDO Promotes Community-Based Early Warning Systems for Disaster Preparedness in Karachi
BREDO continues to support communities in Karachi by strengthening preparedness for natural and urban hazards. Community-Based Early Warning Systems (EWS) are critical tools that enable residents to respond swiftly to floods, building risks, and other emergencies, minimizing harm and safeguarding lives. Key Guidance for Residents: BREDO’s Commitment:We are actively working with local communities, authorities, and […]
