Transforming disaster risk reduction: The resilience model’s impact on relief distribution

In the aftermath of natural disasters, humanitarian organisations, governments, and communities have traditionally relied upon the relief distribution model as the primary approach to deliver immediate aid to affected populations.

While relief efforts undoubtedly save lives, mitigate cascading risks, and alleviate suffering, a paradigm shift is occurring within disaster response strategies. The resilience model is emerging as a more effective and sustainable approach, emphasising preparedness, risk reduction, and long-term community empowerment over short-term relief distribution.