BRAC disaster and risk management | Humanitarian response and resilience

BRAC began with humanitarian response in 1972, supporting communities devastated by the cyclone and the Liberation War.

That legacy continues today through the Disaster Risk Management Programme, which works to build resilience and deliver rapid, locally led support at scale when disaster strikes.

Bangladesh is one of the world’s most disaster-affected countries. In 2024 alone, BRAC responded to five major disasters, including large-scale flooding, cyclones and extreme heat waves.

3.2M

people reached with emergency aid and recovery in 2024

Monsoon flooding in Bangladesh

4.4M

households were supported through disaster risk reduction (DRR) and preparedness interventions from 2021-2025

Amid fog, a steep riverbank shows signs of erosion

1.2M

people were issued with early warnings for riverbank erosion, cyclone and flood to date

2024 flood response in Bangladesh

Featured Content

A woman wearing a blue scarf wtih beigh prints of petals looks at the camera while holding her baby who wears a yellow top

After the flames: Rebuilding lives in Korail

BRAC staff members meet with people impacted by the Korail fires. In the background the remains of burned structures.

Korail slum fire: BRAC announces support for families

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NPR | With makeshift jump ropes and hide and seek, kids play to cope with crisis

Voices in the Media

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