Guatemala

Starting in 2012, we began deploying response teams to Guatemala to assist the people who needed it most.
For several years, we coordinated various humanitarian action interventions in the area before formalizing our offices there in October 2018.

Why are we located in Guatemala?

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Due to its geographical position, disasters, population density, and high levels of poverty, Guatemala ranks fifth globally in terms of vulnerability to significant economic disruption after a worldwide disaster. According to data from the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) and the World Bank, in a 2010 study on Disaster Risk Management in Latin America and the Caribbean Region.

At CADENA Guatemala, we are committed to transforming realities and ensuring that vulnerable communities strengthen their autonomy and resilience. Our local goals fall in line with the mission of all our international teams. This means that we seek to relieve human suffering by reducing the vulnerability of populations living at risk of disasters and crises.

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Resilient Communities

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Key Schools

Transform community schools into training and education centers to reduce the vulnerability of disaster-affected communities.

Anticipatory Actions for Drought

As part of Start Network’s Start Ready Risk Pool 4, and in coordination with HUB Guatemala, CARE, ASEDE, and MAGA, we implemented anticipatory actions in communities across Quiché and Baja Verapaz to mitigate the impact of drought.
These actions included the provision of essential supplies, water supply systems, and filters for schools, as well as poultry kits to strengthen food security and livelihoods.
 
Additionally, we supported the training and accreditation of Local Risk Management Committees (COLREDs) alongside CONRED, thereby strengthening community capacity to identify risks, make timely decisions, and better prepare for future drought scenarios.