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Emergency Response 

From Disaster to Recovery — Never to Catastrophe

Frontline Emergency Response — Protecting Water, Sanitation, and Lives.

20 million 

An estimated 20 million people across Africa are affected each year by floods, droughts, and other natural disasters.

_UNDRR, 2020



Floods and droughts driven by the climate crisis, the spread of infectious diseases such as pandemics, earthquakes, and ongoing conflicts are threatening the lives of hundreds of millions of people worldwide. In Africa alone, approximately 20 million people are affected each year by natural disasters. Experts also warn that factors, including climate change, are likely to accelerate the emergence and spread of infectious diseases — including water-borne diseases like malaria and cholera, and the risk of future pandemics.


The collapse of water and sanitation infrastructure during disasters intensifies the spread of disease and deepens survival crises. Vulnerable populations — particularly pregnant women, infants, and those with chronic illnesses — often suffer without even the most basic human rights being protected.

 

Team&Team responds swiftly in disaster settings with emergency water and sanitation support, minimizing harm and helping communities restore safe and stable daily life as quickly as possible.

How does Team&Team work?

We Act in the Critical First Hours.



We save lives by providing immediate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) support in the critical moments following a disaster.

We Uphold Dignity Even in Crisis.



By establishing safe and clean sanitation environments in temporary shelters and isolation facilities, we help women and children maintain dignity even in the most challenging circumstances.

We Strengthen Community Resilience.



Beyond distributing emergency supplies, we empower local communities by organizing Water User Committees (WUCs) and providing technical training on facility maintenance — ensuring communities are equipped with sustainable systems for disaster response.

We Build on Every Response to Strengthen the Next.



Drawing on lessons learned from past crises, we refine and institutionalize our response manuals, building more effective action systems when the next disaster strikes.

We Prevent Disaster from Escalating into Catastrophe.

When emergencies occur, Team&Team swiftly assesses the scale of impact to protect lives and ensure the safety of affected communities. We provide safe water, essential food, and daily necessities, and establish protective shelters — laying the groundwork for communities to recover quickly and regain stability in the aftermath of disaster.

Safe Water Support and Infrastructure Development



For rapid response, we deploy water trucking services and install temporary water tanks in disaster-affected villages, health centers, and schools. At the same time, to ensure sustained access to safe water, we construct durable water supply infrastructure, including solar-powered water systems.



Distribution of Hygiene Kits and Emergency Supplies



We distribute hygiene kits containing soap, detergent, and hand sanitizer, and provide mosquito nets to help prevent malaria. In addition, emergency food supplies are delivered so that families can protect their health and sustain their daily lives even in times of crisis.

Installation of Temporary Sanitation Facilities



To prevent the spread of waterborne diseases caused by open defecation and to ensure a safe living environment, we install temporary latrines in affected areas. This infrastructure is designed to allow easy dismantling when no longer needed.



Training in Facility Operation and Maintenance



To ensure that facilities remain operational in the event of future disasters, we organize Water User Committees (WUCs) and provide training so that residents can independently manage and maintain water and sanitation infrastructure over the long term.

Frontline Emergency Response — Protecting Water, Sanitation, and Lives.

20 million people

An estimated 20 million people across Africa are affected each year by floods, droughts, and other natural disasters.

_UNDRR, 2020
 
 
Floods and droughts driven by the climate crisis, the spread of infectious diseases such as pandemics, earthquakes, and ongoing conflicts are threatening the lives of hundreds of millions of people worldwide. In Africa alone, approximately 20 million people are affected each year by natural disasters. Experts also warn that factors, including climate change, are likely to accelerate the emergence and spread of infectious diseases — including water-borne diseases like malaria and cholera, and the risk of future pandemics.
 
The collapse of water and sanitation infrastructure during disasters intensifies the spread of disease and deepens survival crises. Vulnerable populations — particularly pregnant women, infants, and those with chronic illnesses — often suffer without even the most basic human rights being protected.
 
Team & Team responds swiftly in disaster settings with emergency water and sanitation support, minimizing harm and helping communities restore safe and stable daily life as quickly as possible.
 
 

How does Team&Team work?

We Act in the Critical First Hours.



We save lives by providing immediate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) support in the critical moments following a disaster.

We Uphold Dignity Even in Crisis.



By establishing safe and clean sanitation environments in temporary shelters and isolation facilities, we help women and children maintain dignity even in the most challenging circumstances.

We Strengthen Community Resilience.



Beyond distributing emergency supplies, we empower local communities by organizing Water User Committees (WUCs) and providing technical training on facility maintenance — ensuring communities are equipped with sustainable systems for disaster response.

We Build on Every Response to Strengthen the Next.



Drawing on lessons learned from past crises, we refine and institutionalize our response manuals, building more effective action systems when the next disaster strikes.

We Prevent Disaster from Escalating into Catastrophe.

When emergencies occur, Team&Team swiftly assesses the scale of impact to protect lives and ensure the safety of affected communities. We provide safe water, essential food, and daily necessities, and establish protective shelters — laying the groundwork for communities to recover quickly and regain stability in the aftermath of disaster.

Safe Water Support and Infrastructure Development



For rapid response, we deploy water trucking services and install temporary water tanks in disaster-affected villages, health centers, and schools. At the same time, to ensure sustained access to safe water, we construct durable water supply infrastructure, including solar-powered water systems.

Distribution of Hygiene Kits and Emergency Supplies



We distribute hygiene kits containing soap, detergent, and hand sanitizer, and provide mosquito nets to help prevent malaria. In addition, emergency food supplies are delivered so that families can protect their health and sustain their daily lives even in times of crisis.

Installation of Temporary Sanitation Facilities



To prevent the spread of waterborne diseases caused by open defecation and to ensure a safe living environment, we install temporary latrines in affected areas. This infrastructure is designed to allow easy dismantling when no longer needed.

Training in Facility Operation and Maintenance



To ensure that facilities remain operational in the event of future disasters, we organize Water User Committees (WUCs) and provide training so that residents can independently manage and maintain water and sanitation infrastructure over the long term.

Our Projects

Our Projects

Flood Emergency Relief

Tana River County, Kenya (2020)


1,105 Households 

provided with emergency assistance



Operated Water Trucking services 60 times in flood-affected areas
Installed 50 temporary latrines
Provided hygiene kits, mosquito nets, and emergency food to 1,105 households

In Tana River County, Kenya, severe flooding submerged villages and forced residents to seek shelter in internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, where they lost access to basic living conditions. Through emergency relief efforts in 2020, Team&Team supplied safe water by operating water trucks 60 times in affected communities. We installed 50 temporary latrines to prevent the spread of disease caused by open defecation. In addition, hygiene kits, mosquito nets, and emergency food were distributed to 1,105 households, protecting both lives and health in a time of crisis.

Post-Ebola Recovery: Water Supply Support Project

Sierra Leone (2015–2018)


940 

Hand Pumps rehabilitated



Developed 40 new boreholes and installed hand pumps
Conducted water facility maintenance training in 1,080 villages 

Following the Ebola outbreak, Sierra Leone faced heightened risks of waterborne disease, making access to safe drinking water an urgent priority. Over three years, Team&Team secured safe water sources through the development of new boreholes and the installation and rehabilitation of pumps. Maintenance training was delivered across 1,080 villages, empowering residents to manage and sustain their own water facilities. These efforts not only contributed to infectious disease prevention but also established a foundation for sustainable, community-led water management.

Flood Emergency Relief

Tana River County, Kenya (2020)


1,105 Households provided with emergency assistance


Operated Water Trucking services 60 times in flood-affected areas
Installed 50 temporary latrines
Provided hygiene kits, mosquito nets, and emergency food to 1,105 households


In Tana River County, Kenya, severe flooding submerged villages and forced residents to seek shelter in internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, where they lost access to basic living conditions. Through emergency relief efforts in 2020, Team&Team supplied safe water by operating water trucks 60 times in affected communities. We installed 50 temporary latrines to prevent the spread of disease caused by open defecation. In addition, hygiene kits, mosquito nets, and emergency food were distributed to 1,105 households, protecting both lives and health in a time of crisis.

Post-Ebola Recovery: Water Supply Support Project

Sierra Leone (2015–2018)


940 Hand Pumps rehabilitated


Developed 40 new boreholes and installed hand pumps
Conducted water facility maintenance training in 1,080 villages 


Following the Ebola outbreak, Sierra Leone faced heightened risks of waterborne disease, making access to safe drinking water an urgent priority. Over three years, Team&Team secured safe water sources through the development of new boreholes and the installation and rehabilitation of pumps. Maintenance training was delivered across 1,080 villages, empowering residents to manage and sustain their own water facilities. These efforts not only contributed to infectious disease prevention but also established a foundation for sustainable, community-led water management.