Mobilizing communities before, during, and after disasters.
When disaster strikes, communities need more than emergency response — they need sustained advocacy for equitable recovery. Active Advocate covers disaster preparedness, climate-driven disasters, humanitarian crises, and the long road to rebuilding.
200M+
People affected by disasters annually
$280B
Average annual disaster losses
3x
Increase in climate disasters since 1980
What we cover
Disaster Preparedness
Covering community resilience programs and equitable access to emergency resources.
Humanitarian Response
Reporting on international aid, refugee crises, and the organizations on the front lines.
Equitable Recovery
Tracking how recovery resources are distributed and advocating for marginalized communities.
Climate Disasters
Connecting the dots between climate change and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events.
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