Practice and learning - reconstruction

Building back better

In the aftermath of disasters, Practical Action aims to encourage the emergence of more resilient, capable communities and households. We have built up a body of experience and practical tools for post-disaster programming, that are relevant to different themes.

Community resilience

Helping communities adapt to change and reduce the risks from future crises, through organisation and planning

Houses and infrastructure

Putting people at the centre of housing reconstruction efforts

Income and employment

Promoting early recovery of economic activities, through better analysis of local markets and opportunities

Reconstruction Assessments

At the beginning of the reconstruction phase, one of the first tasks is to assess needs and resources and plan with local people about the long-term rebuilding process. Emergencies: After a disaster, needs and priorities change rapidly, and early assessments are made during the emergency a...

Reconstruction

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