Humanitarian Programme

ActionAid Bangladesh’s Humanitarian Response Programme delivers timely, rights-based support to communities affected by disasters, climate shocks, and displacement. Grounded in a feminist and locally led approach, the programme prioritizes the leadership, safety, and resilience of women, girls, and marginalized groups.

Background

From rapid emergency response during floods, cyclones, and humanitarian crises to long-term recovery and resilience building, ActionAid works alongside communities to ensure access to food, safe shelter, clean water, and protection services. The programme is particularly active in climate-vulnerable coastal regions and in the Rohingya refugee response in Cox’s Bazar, where it supports women-led initiatives, safe spaces, and essential services.

Core Areas Include

• Emergency Response & Relief
• Rapid delivery of food, safe water, shelter, and essential supplies during floods, cyclones, and other crises.
• Women-Led Humanitarian Action (WLHA)
• Empowering women and girls to lead response efforts, ensuring their voices, safety, and needs are prioritized.
• Protection & Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention
• Establishing safe spaces, providing psychosocial support, and preventing violence against women and vulnerable groups.
• Rohingya Refugee Response
• Delivering humanitarian assistance, protection services, and women-friendly spaces in Cox’s Bazar camps.
• Recovery & Resilient Livelihoods
• Supporting communities to rebuild homes, restore income sources, and strengthen climate-resilient livelihoods.
• Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Preparedness
• Building community capacity through early warning systems, training, and disaster preparedness initiatives.
• Climate & Humanitarian Nexus
• Addressing climate-induced disasters through adaptive, sustainable, and locally led solutions.
• Advocacy & Policy Influence
• Promoting inclusive humanitarian policies and amplifying community voices at national and global levels.