Of this, 1 million USD will cover essential water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH) and child protection services provided through UNICEF Vietnam serving 21,251 people, and the other USD 1 million will go to IOM Vietnam to provide emergency shelter and non-food items support for more than 16,800 individuals in hardest hit provinces.
“Vietnam has a popular idiom “Lá lành đùm lá rách” (literally translated to “the good leaves protect tattered ones”, showing solidarity and friendship). The Government of Japan intends to ensure that this funding will support the recovery amongst some of Vietnam’s most vulnerable communities in hard-hit rural areas,” said H.E. Mr. ITO Naoki, Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam.
“This holistic approach of humanitarian assistance through trusted partners also will hopefully set a strong course for recovery. It is now more important than ever that we work quickly to achieve our collective vision of a strong, prosperous, and resilient Viet Nam,” Ambassador ITO emphasized.
This contribution will help address the urgent needs of children and families affected by the most destructive typhoon to hit the country in 70 years.
This funding will also play a catalytic role in facilitating broader multi-sectoral coordination, enhancing efforts across shelters, health, education, and nutrition services to meet the comprehensive needs of children and families.
As part of the United Nations’ (UN) joint plan in cooperation with the Government of Vietnam, UNICEF and IOM are focused on supporting the most vulnerable children and families, including those who have been displaced.
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Individuals affected by Typhoon Yagi and its devastating aftermath are receiving IOM Emergency Response supplies. (Photo: IOM)
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Despite all relief efforts, further support is essential to ensure safe spaces and access to essential services for affected populations. The funds provided by Japan will enable IOM and UNICEF to expand their reach and accelerate recovery efforts.
The Government of Japan's contribution will also address gender-based vulnerabilities by supporting the repair of sanitation facilities, improving lighting in evacuation centres, and promoting the safety of women and girls through targeted interventions.
“This support from the Government of Japan comes at a pivotal moment when children and families in areas affected by the typhoon are facing unimaginable hardships,” said Silvia Danailov, UNICEF Representative to Vietnam. Welcoming Japan’s contribution, Mitsue Pembroke, Officer in Charge of IOM Vietnam said: “Through the Vietnam Disaster Risk Reduction Partnership together with provincial and local authorities and actors, IOM will ensure coordinated efforts to support the most vulnerable individuals displaced from their homes, especially the economically marginalized, women, girls and persons with disabilities.”
To date, the Japanese government has provided emergency relief, including water purifiers and plastic sheets for 2,000 families through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), as well as other emergency supplies through the ASEAN Humanitarian Assistance Center (AHA Center) and UNICEF./.