Uganda Preparedness

Years :

2008

Incidents :

Preparedness

Country :

Uganda

Description of the mission

Participants :

FI

Requester :

OCHA

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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

TRIPLEX

2008

TRIPLEX 2008

In September 2008, the TRIPLEX exercise took place along the Swedish-Norwegian border near Charlottenberg and Magnor. Organized by the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP), the simulation focused on a large-scale natural disaster scenario, bringing together humanitarian actors, UN agencies, and EU Civil Protection teams. Participants practiced critical response tasks, including coordination, assessments, and logistics, in a realistic cross-border setting. The exercise emphasized cooperation among diverse organizations and tested IHP support capacities, such as base camps and communication services. TRIPLEX 2008 provided a valuable training opportunity, enhancing preparedness and collaboration for effective responses to real-world humanitarian emergencies.

Conflict

2014

Al-Shikhan Refugee Camp

In response to the 2014 Iraq internal displacement, the IHP was called upon by UNHCR to assist in establishing camps to house IDPs. One of the camps was constructed in Sheikhan, in northern Iraq.

Storm

2007

Hurricane Dean

Following Hurricane Dean's impact on Belize in 2007, the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP) deployed Finland's ICT support module to assist the UNDAC team. This deployment provided essential communication and coordination capabilities, ensuring effective response efforts and supporting the recovery process in the affected areas.