Hurricane Dean

Years :

2007

Incidents :

Storm

Country :

Jamaica

Description of the mission

Participants :

SE

Requester :

OCHA

Cover Photo Credit: IOM/Gema Cortes

Essential equipment supporting humanitarian success

Explore the critical equipment deployed during this humanitarian mission. From advanced medical supplies to innovative logistical solutions, each resource was meticulously selected to address urgent needs on the ground. These tools exemplify our commitment to delivering efficient, effective, and tailored support in the most challenging environments.

ICT Support

Other missions

Preparedness

2008

Uganda Preparedness

IHP provided ICT support to UNDAC during Uganda's emergency preparedness efforts. The deployment included satellite phones, laptops, and internet connectivity to ensure seamless communication and coordination in disaster response scenarios. This critical support helped enhance Uganda's readiness to handle emergencies, enabling efficient assessments and real-time collaboration with international humanitarian teams.

Floods

2009

Burkina Faso Floods

In response to the 2009 Burkina Faso floods, IHP supported UNDAC by deploying ICT modules and experts to establish reliable communication networks. This support enabled coordinated relief operations and efficient needs assessments, ensuring timely assistance to flood-affected communities. The mission underscored IHP’s role in enhancing disaster response infrastructure.

TRIPLEX

2013

TRIPLEX 2013

TRIPLEX 2013, hosted on the Danish-German border, was one of the world’s largest civilian-led humanitarian coordination exercises. Organized by the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP) and co-financed by the European Commission Civil Protection Mechanism, it brought together over 200 participants from 35 organizations. The scenario involved a cyclone striking two fictional countries, Nordland and Sydland, affecting nearly one million people. Participants practiced evacuation, shelter provision, and infrastructure repair, with coordination led by the On-Site Operations Coordination Centre (OSOCC).