Sindh Housing Recovery and Reconstruction Platform (SHRRP) Bulletin - December 2023 For best results click here to view entire bulletin in browser on desktops or laptops (https://mailchi.mp/shrrp.org/sindh-housing-recovery-and-reconstruction-platf...) Edition: 04 Date: December 2023 Email: info@shrrp.org (mailto:info@shrrp.org?subject=null&body=null) The mason training manual and handbook is published by SPHF and SHRRP with support from contributing partners and MUET formal review. ** Key Highlights ------------------------------------------------------------ * 450,000 bank accounts have been opened and 353,283 first tranche, 112,411 second tranche and 54,147 third tranche disbursed by SPHF. * Mason training manual and handbook published. * SHRRP coordination meeting and climate resilient settlement plan launch meeting on 30 Jan 2024, in Karachi, Pakistan. ** Sindh People’s Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF) ------------------------------------------------------------ Total damage and re-validation: According to the Government of Sindh (GoS), the floods in 2022 submerged 70% of the province. The tragedy has hit and destroyed 27 of the 30 districts. 12.36 million people have been affected, and 2.1 million homes have been destroyed. 85% of the damaged houses are kachha houses. Almost 1.99 million beneficiaries’ data have been verified through a transparent MIS app-based system. (as of 31 Dec 2023) Disbursement status: A total of 450,000 bank accounts have been opened and 353,283 first tranche, 112,411 second tranche and 54,147 third tranche has been received by beneficiaries for housing reconstruction. (as of 31 Dec 2023) COP28 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/cop28uaeofficial/) : SPHF organized a COP28 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/cop28uaeofficial/) on Disaster to Resilience for housing recovery in Nepal and Pakistan. The Chief Minister of Sindh emphasized a holistic approach, calling for more resources. World Bank's Abash Jha stressed socio-technical assistance and empowering women for resilient recovery. SPHF CEO and Nepal's former NRA CEO discussed challenges and strategies for achieving targets. For more information: minar@shrrp.org SPHF organized sessions with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) where Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/islamic-development-bank/) and Asian Development Bank (ADB) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/asian-development-bank/) have expressed above 500 million commitments for rebuilding resilient homes and communities in Sindh. The Chief Minister expressed the need of more funds and support to transition from house to housing, that will tailor integrated economic and social development of Sindh Pakistan. Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH): SPHF drafted a WASH strategy and organized a consultative session on WASH to collect feedback and suggestions from implementing partners and development stakeholders. For more information; socialdevelopmentspecialist@sphf.gos.pk (mailto:socialdevelopmentspecialist@sphf.gos.pk) ** Sindh Housing Recovery and Reconstruction Platform (SHRRP) ------------------------------------------------------------ Mason’s Training Manual and Handbook Mason’s Training Manual (English) Handbook (English, Sindhi, Urdu) (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PXa6FHGcFI4wcNocoVkOKAuB6UIuC_I6) The Resilient Housing Working Group of SHRRP published the Mason Handbook and Training Manual. These documents aim to address minimum requirements for resilient reconstruction while also improving masons' capacity in areas such as inclusion, universal accessibility, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Organizations supporting the manual development process are UNOPS, UN-IOM, Muslim Aid, Muslim Hands, CRS, SAFCO, SRSO, HANDS, TRDP, NRSP, PPAF, and SEAD Foundation. For more information adeel.javaid@shrrp.org (mailto:adeel.javaid@shrrp.org) Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET) was thanked by SHRRP team for their technical support in the development of a mason training manual and handbook. Demonstrating enthusiasm, the university has reaffirmed its commitment to actively participate in diverse collaborative initiatives and public-private partnerships, ensuring an inclusive recovery for Sindh in the aftermath of the disaster. For more information adeel.javaid@shrrp.org. At the NDC conference hosted by the Directorate of Climate Change and UNDP, SHRRP featured on innovative approaches, such as Good Brick, Zig Zag, and Rat Trap technology, illustrating how recovery initiatives led by SPHF and partners prioritize climate actions. These efforts aim to promote technologies and practices that not only mitigate carbon emissions but also make valuable contributions to global climate change mitigation. For more information adeel.javaid@shrrp.org (mailto:adeel.javaid@shrrp.org) . Resilient Housing Working Group (RHWG) Brick prices index developed by collecting price details from 101 brick kilns across 15 districts in Sindh, with the support of various development partners. Data indicates that the consistent rise in brick prices starting June 2022 up to September 2023 has come to a halt, and there is now a noticeable trend of stable pricing or even a slight average decrease in brick prices. Resilient Housing Working Group (RHWG) resolves to focus on quality aspects of the brick together with pricing and also the similar investigations around concrete block. Follow the link to read the one pager report of the brick pricing index. Follow the link (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cawRU-rTq82kL7q6xzxGDIoeUzaDmXvx/view) to read the one pager report of the brick pricing index. For more information: adeel.javaid@shrrp.org Information Management: SHRRP have rolled out a mason training directory to track and report the database of trained masons to avoid duplication and resolve gaps. The mason trained by partners in different districts is presented in below table: For more information deeba.pervez@shrrp.org (mailto:deeba.pervez@shrrp.org) 20 Partner Organizations working in the reported on SHRRP 5Ws, whereas only a couple of organizations have reported in other sectors. The above table indicates the partner organizations working in recovery at district level International Labour Organization ILO organized a two-day consultative event, "Enabling Brick Kiln Industry to become Socially Responsible and Environmentally Sustainable," involving diverse stakeholders in Sindh, Pakistan. Discussions centered on labor rights, creating a healthy work environment, and minimizing environmental impact during post-flood reconstruction. Commitments to innovation, technology adoption, and collaboration emerged, signaling the start of inclusive public-private cooperation for sustainable development. Deeba Pervez from SHRRP stressed the significance of capacity building and regulations for creating favorable workspace conditions for women, including direct agreements with brick kiln owners. The event marked the initiation of a more inclusive public-private collaboration, with SHRRP committing to enhance such cooperation through practical action points and a robust indicator-based framework in the future. For more information deeba.pervez@shrrp.org (mailto:deeba.pervez@shrrp.org) ** Partners’ Update ------------------------------------------------------------ CRS and SPHF conducted a two-day pilot training for 26 masons in Deh Kamangar, Sindh Province, on December 27-28, 2023. The training aimed to equip masons with essential skills for reconstruction in flood-affected areas. The initiative focused on principles of building back better and integrating Disaster Risk Reduction approaches, using a curriculum developed collaboratively by multiple organizations led by SHRRP. For more information; waseem.khan@crs.org (mailto:waseem.khan@crs.org) UNIOM and SEAD Foundation conducted a one-day training for 22 masons in Mango Mal Kohli, Mirpurkhas, on December 18, 2023, as part of a resilient housing reconstruction project. The training covered theoretical aspects such as site selection, brick laying, and masonry ratios, as well as practical activities like site selection, layout, and brick masonry techniques. UNOPS conducted GHAR (Green Housing Affordable Resilient) workshops across Sindh, Pakistan, targeting professionals, government officials, and the public. Held at institutions like NED University and Sindh Building Control Authority, the workshops aimed to enhance awareness of green construction, energy efficiency, and climate resilience, benefiting around 600 participants amid challenges like the 2022 floods. ** Products ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Mason Handbook (English (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kv2QYODqVH7VBlERDFNQQmcI___m8u4q/view?usp=d...) , Sindhi, (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kywZynBBNgpE-uw6U1GlQdp5CLRZPelW/view?usp=d...) Urdu) (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l-sTP_fj-jqHG611LbkXoQmmJEa6SgDh/view?usp=s...) and Mason Manual (English (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l38L-N0z7k5N-4XmFPq0FeADnxeQEUvs/view?usp=s...) )Products ------------------------------------------------------------ Recovery Partners Presence in Sindh ** STORY LENS ------------------------------------------------------------ “I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Caritas Pakistan and the Donors for their invaluable support in providing me and my family with a one-room shelter. Their assistance has not only offered us a safe and secure living space but has also significantly improved our quality of life.” Puni, a resilient widow and mother of three in Nagji Village, faced immense hardships, including financial struggles and the 2022 flood that destroyed their home. Working as a laborer in agriculture, she struggled to provide even basic necessities for her children. Living in a temporary shelter by the roadside added to their challenges. Caritas Pakistan recognized their plight, offering hope by initiating the construction of a concrete one-room shelter. The prospect of moving from a temporary shelter to a secure home has filled Puni and her children with excitement, thanking Caritas Pakistan for transforming their lives. For more information: mukhtargill7@gmail.com (mailto:mukhtargill7@gmail.com) Ganga, a widow in Vehro Sharif, Sindh, faced adversity when floods destroyed her home in 2022. As the sole provider for her family, she worked as a maid and crafted handicrafts. The Government of Sindh, SPHF with HANDS Umerkot, recognized her struggle and helped her build a resilient home. Ganga actively participated in the construction, finding empowerment in the process. The project, funded by the Government of Sindh, transformed her life, offering not just shelter but restoring hope and dignity. Ganga's journey is a testament to resilience and community support. For more information: muhammad.usman@hands.org.pk; ** EVENTS & RESOURCES ------------------------------------------------------------ UPCOMING EVENTS NEW CALL FOR PROPOSALS : USAID/BHA (https://www.usaid.gov/humanitarian-assistance) and Habitat for Humanity (https://www.habitat.org/where-we-work) launched aPracticum Fellowship Program (https://www.habitat.org/our-work/disaster-response/habitat-usaid-bha-humanit...) to sponsor undergraduate, graduate and recently graduated students in accredited programs in relevant disciplines. The program, offering up to six awards of $15,500 each, focuses on Humanitarian Shelter and Settlements, connecting fellows to climate and disaster projects abroad. Fellows receive mentorship, networking, and professional skill training. For more details, register to join us for an informational webinar (https://teams.microsoft.com/registration/9Uy2-BcWiUWOAtOlbuB5Kg,0D_Cv1pn8EW3...) on Microsoft Teams on Friday, Jan. 26 at 12 p.m. EST. ** Call for Contribution: ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Volume 32, Issue 3: Disaster and Resilience: intersectional approaches towards establishing resilient communities during crises ------------------------------------------------------------ Please send your abstract of no more than 250 words with details about your research and preliminary findings or a small multi-modal proposal (a two-minute video clip abstract or 250 word abstract with images) by the 15th of January, 2024. Please use this link to make the submission: Click here (https://forms.gle/oWGXNvukF7vt8Ung6) KNOWLEDGE SHARING: Shelter and Settlements E-Learning Course InterAction and USAID/OFDA training provides an overview of the humanitarian community’s shelter and settlements activities, and examines trends based on past experiences and how humanitarian actors can prepare to face emerging challenges. Module 1: Overview and Trends (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.intera...) Module 2: Issues and Concerns (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.intera...) Module 3: Shelter (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.intera...) Module 4: Settlements (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.intera...) Module 5:1D and the 5R’s (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.intera...) Let's talk about HLP: Housing Land and Property! Women's housing, land, and property (HLP) rights are crucial for their security and inclusion. Cultural norms and discrimination often hinder these rights, exacerbated by conflict and displacement. Shelter programs must offer suitable housing, address legal barriers, prevent eviction, and employ inclusive, collaborative approaches. Advocacy should target gender-responsive laws, joint marital property rights, and alignment with international human rights standards. To learn more (sources): · 11 min video:GLTN 2023 Training video on Women, Land and Peace (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgltn.net%2...) · UN HABITAT 2021 Women Land and Peace Key Messages (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgltn.net%2...) · NRC 2014 Strengthening Displaced Women’s HLP rights in Afghanistan (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nrc.no...) · NRC 2021 The HLP Rights of Conflict Affected Women in Northeast Nigeria (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nrc.no...) A Framework for Inclusive Planning and Financing to Support Green Transition in the Arab States Region (https://unhabitat.org/sites/default/files/2023/09/v1_-_sustainable_reconstru...) 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