Mental Health Preparedness

Mental health plays a crucial role in disaster  preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. The psychological  well-being of individuals before, during, and after a disaster  significantly influences their ability to cope with and adapt to the  challenges posed by such events. 

Integrating  mental health considerations into Climate Change and Disaster  Preparedness initiatives is essential for fostering resilience and  reducing the long-term impact on communities, especially people with  disabilities. 

GeoHazards  Society recognizes the critical intersection between mental health and  disaster preparedness, acknowledging the profound impact that  emergencies and disasters can have on individuals' psychological  well-being, especially individuals with disabilities. 

In  the realm of disaster preparedness, individuals with disabilities  require specialized attention. Disaster Preparedness, Risk Mitigation,  and Disaster Response are required to address physical accessibility as  well as recognize and accommodate the diverse cognitive and emotional  needs of people with disabilities. 

In  line with our commitment to holistic safety, we are proactively working  to address the psychological needs of individuals during and after  disasters, encompassing awareness programs, fostering inclusive  environments, tailoring inclusive preparedness plans, and integrating  mental health support into our preparedness efforts. 

By  prioritizing mental health within our disaster preparedness efforts, we  aim to foster an inclusive culture of resilience, support, and  recovery.

Inclusive Disaster Preparedness-Safety for All

GeoHazards Society prioritizes mental health in disaster preparedness, recognizing its crucial role in supporting individuals, especially people with disabilities. With support from Mariwala Health Initiatives (MHI), we are actively fostering a culture of climate and disaster resilience and are supporting institutions catering to people with disabilities in four states of India where we are helping the institution, the people with disabilities and their caregivers to be better prepared and equipped to handle several disasters and ensure lower levels of stress and better mental wellbeing. You can read the project report by clicking here.

Building Inclusive Resilience: Kerala DIDRR Workshop

The Resilience for All: A Workshop on Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DIDRR) brought together experts, policymakers, and grassroots organizations to advance inclusive disaster preparedness. Organized by GeoHazards Society in collaboration with key stakeholders, the workshop emphasized the need for accessible infrastructure, inclusive evacuation plans, and policy interventions to protect and empower persons with disabilities (PWDs). Discussions covered systemic challenges, best practices, and institutional safety measures, reinforcing the urgent need for disability-inclusive disaster strategies. This initiative is a significant step towards ensuring that disaster risk reduction efforts leave no one behind. (Click here for the report)