Episcopal Relief and Development

Sustainable developmentepiscopal Relief & Development is focused on partnering with communities worldwide to overcome the challenges of hunger, poverty and disease through a fully integrated and holistic approach to Development. Using the sustainable Development goals (sdgs) as a framework, the organization creates long-term Development strategies, demonstrating a measurable impact in three transformative program priorities: women, children and climate. (see schedule o)women - focuses on helping communities promote the rights of women and children and move toward the vision that everyone deserves a life free from violence in a society where they are treated with dignity and respect. Only then can communities truly heal and thrive. Learn more at httpswwwepiscopalrelieforgwhatwed... - supports and protects kids under six so they reach appropriate health and developmental milestones. This focus on early Development is foundational and critical to helping children achieve their full potential as future contributing members of their communities. Learn more at httpswwwepiscopalrelieforgwhatwed... - focuses on how families and communities can work together to adapt to the effects of rapidly changing weather patterns. This work includes preparing for and recovering from climate-influenced events such as floods, hurricanes and other disasters. Learn more at httpswwwepiscopalrelieforgwhatwed...

Disaster Relief & recoveryin collaboration with local anglican and ecumenical partners, Episcopal Relief & Development responds to emergencies, both natural and human-caused, in the us and around the world - providing assistance to help alleviate suffering, restore dignity and jump-start economic recovery. With technical and financial support from the organization, church and other partners deliver critical supplies such as food, water and other necessities after emergencies, and remain present long after the crisis is over to help communities heal, recover and rebuild long-term. Episcopal Relief & Development focuses on reaching the most underserved and marginalized communities, and accompanying them through the long-term recovery process. (see schedule o)us disaster program - through a wide network of Episcopal dioceses and other church institutions in the us, the organization offers resources and training to help people prepare for disasters and provide emergency support so vulnerable communities can make a full and sustained recovery. Learn more at httpswwwepiscopalrelieforgwhatwed... risk reduction working with anglican partners around the world, the organization's efforts help individuals and congregations prepare in advance of crises to reduce the impact on vulnerable and underserved communities. This involves coordination and training of local partners and communities so they are better able to serve and care for at-risk populations. Learn more at httpswwwepiscopalrelieforgprogram...