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Program Overview and Highlights. December 7, 2013 – May 7, 2014. Mission Statement.
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Program Overview and Highlights December 7, 2013 – May 7, 2014
Mission Statement YPDR ensures that safety, environmental protection, and professional management practices govern our operational programs and procedures as we work to achieve our goals: provide storm-strengthened shelter and safe and sustainable classrooms, rejuvenate water, sanitation and hygiene facilities, manage environmental and economic initiatives, provide training and responsible employment to local residents, and coordinate logistical support with the international aid community in their disaster response effort.
Housing Program In partnership with Polish Humanitarian Action, YPDR is building 1000 storm-strengthened core shelters for families in need
3rd Generation Model(In Cooperation with University of San Carlos)
3rd Generation Model(In Cooperation with University of San Carlos)
3rd Generation Model(In Cooperation with University of San Carlos)
Model House Construction Innovation in Development 18sq m living space Concrete posts for a stable foundation Design is upgradeable and movable to allow families to customize and relocate their homes if necessary Elevated bedroom floor for improved air flow and safety in the event of flooding Woven bamboo siding (Amacan) for increased ventilation Slanted siding for structural stability and increased living space Covered outdoor patio to provide shade Cross bracing and metal strapping to keep the house sturdy in the event of a future storm
Housing Program Highlights 1. Built 7Phase !, II, and III model homes in Barangay Sungko, Barangay Kabangbang, Barangay Beigad, Barangay Sillon, Barangay Kang-Kaibe, Barangay Suba, and Barangay Poocwith the help of local carpenters. 2. 695homes have been built thus far. 3. Distributed materials for 891homes. 4. Trained 99local carpenters in storm-strengthening construction techniques. 5. Interviewed 325 people in need of homes in the list of beneficiariesas well as 6. Performed 206 post-construction surveys regarding the building quality of the new homes
School Program YPDR is working to rebuild schools on Bantayan Island by clearing debris, re-roofing classrooms, repairing electricity, rejuvenating water and sanitation facilities, and replacing completely damaged classrooms
School Program Highlights • Removed 102 truckloads of debris • Painted 2 wells • Repaired and painted 19 classrooms • Repaired and painted 6 bathrooms • Built and planted 7 garden boxes • Repaired 2 canteens • Repaired the rain gutters on 5 classrooms • Installed 1 concrete pathway • Plumbed 7 sinks • Built 1 tool shed
School Program Highlights Continued Repaired and painted 1 entryway Painted 5 rooftops Repaired and painted 7 walls Painted and repaired 7 courtyard benches Painted 1 courtyard stage Repaired 1 broken door Built 2 disposal bins Painted 74 tire planters Painted 20 concrete flower planters Painted 49 hanging planters
School Program Successes Continued Painted 54 school signs Built 1 teacher’s table Unclogged 6 restroom drains
Sanitation Facility Repair YPDR recognizes the vital importance of proper water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities and practices in preventing illness and keeping people healthy and safe
Sanitation Facility RepairHighlights 1. Repaired 7 hand washing stations at 5 schools 2. Restored the water supply to Santa Fe High School. 3. Returned 21 toilets to operational status at Santa Fe High School. 4. Conducted a hygiene promotion session and performed educational puppet show on hygiene for over 5,500 children in the municipalities of Santa Fe, Madridejos, and Bantayan. 5. Provided hand soap for all hand washing stations at Santa Fe High School. 6. Conducted damage assessments of the water supply and toilet facilities at 24 schools on Bantayan Island. 7 . 10,020bars of soap have been distributed to students and families.
Environmental Restoration Program Utilizing the oceanographic knowledge of YPDR’s President, Christopher White, a former commercial deep sea diver, and Director Joseph Ferris III, a veteran captain with over 15 years experience on a scientific research vessel, YPDR is restoring native marine habitats through the use of artificial reefs.
Environmental Restoration Program Highlights Built a low impact oceanographic research vessel Conducted 7 underwater surveys to locate damage to coral reefs Built 5 “fish condos” which are limestone based structures designed to mimic native coral, attract fish, and stimulate coral regeneration
Distribution • Distributed and delivered 1500 bags of rice (37,500 kilos), 700sanitation kits, and 3000 water kits to local families with Malteser International • Delivered a truckload of school supplies, 45 tents, and 25 shelter kits with Malteser International • Transported 150 emergency shelter kits with UNHCR • Unloaded a shipment of rice from World Food Programme with Samaritan’s Purse • Distributed 129 boxes of clothes from a private donor • Delivered 50 kilos of rice from private donors to Bantayan District Jail
Joint Medical Missions In conjunction with our partner organization SAMU, YPDR has facilitated the medical treatment of 3, 357 patients in the course of 18 medical missions
Maritime Rescue • Instituted the island’s first ever emergency communication system to coordinate effectively in future emergencies • Evacuated 300 people from a stranded ferry off the coast of Bantayan Island • Provided safe transport in YPDR vehicles for 4 children who required emergency medical treatment in Cebu
Educational Puppet Show YPDR’s educational puppet show has been performed for over 6,000 children. The show educates kids on hygiene topics, like washing hands and rushing teeth, in a fun and accessible way.
Beach Cleanup YPDR has hosted 7 beach cleanups with local children in Santa Fe, Bantayan, and Madredejos. After picking up the beach with the kids, we give a talk about the importance of keeping the beaches clean
Art Program In conjunction with 24 project, YPDR hosted an art therapy program for 100 children in Santa Fe
Support Our Work! • Contributions in Perspective: • $1000 USD will sponsor the training and materials for a local carpenter to build a home for a family in need, the construction of a sustainable food production garden on the building site, and one goat for a family in need • VISIT WWW.YPDR.ORG/DONATE