During the period from April 2022 to early October 2023, Save the Children Sudan country office successfully implemented disaster risk reduction (DRR) and flood anticipatory action (AA) projects in ten vulnerable communities in the Blue Nile region. These projects employed a comprehensive approach to address critical needs such as safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services, aiming to reduce the risks of waterborne and vector-borne diseases. The projects also focused on safeguarding vulnerable populations, implementing small-scale infrastructure projects, and protecting essential assets and food supplies. The goal was to enhance community resilience, readiness, and partnerships for crisis response.
This study evaluates the effectiveness of flood disaster risk preparedness and anticipatory action in mitigating flooding risks in flood-prone communities within the Blue Nile region of Sudan. Using a mixed-method approach, the study compares the impact of floods on supported communities over a two-year period and assesses the situation in supported communities versus similar communities without anticipatory action or flood risk reduction activities.
Overall, the study provides evidence of the effectiveness of flood risk reduction and anticipatory action in mitigating flooding risks in targeted communities, while emphasizing the need for sustained, multi-sectoral, and integrated approaches.
