Interruption of Education
- After a disaster, many children never return to school, jeopardizing their future.
The Children of Madagascar in Disaster and Risk Reduction
In Madagascar, 14.4 million children face cyclones, floods, and droughts. SAP Kiddo empowers them to become active participants in their own safety through inclusive Early Warning Systems.
Some statistics
🔴 Top 10 Most Vulnerable Countries – Madagascar ranks among the 10 most at-risk nations for climate and environmental disasters.
💨 3 Cyclones Per Year – With winds reaching 132 km/h, cyclones impact two-thirds of the country annually.
💰 $1 Billion+ in Damages – Since 1980, 53 natural disasters have devastated Madagascar, including droughts, floods, and earthquakes.
👶 Children at Extreme Risk – Ranked 10th out of 163 countries for climate threats.
⚠ UNICEF Climate Risk Index: 7.9 – A critical warning sign, highlighting both climate shocks (7.8) and child vulnerability (7.9).
Education
Education Situation in Morombe and Mananjary
Morombe
Mananjary
Morombe
Students per Class: 45 to 50
Damage Caused by Cyclones:
Severe cyclones affect approximately 19,176 students and damage around 400 classrooms
Risk of Dropping Out:
Up to 3,420 students drop out of school after major disasters
Vulnerability of Children Under 5:
16.3% (~40,686 children) are vulnerable to malnutrition, diseases, and displacement during disasters
Impact of Cyclones on Education:
Severe cyclones disrupt the education of approximately 19,176 children
Mananjary
Why children?
Why now?
Children are the first victims of disasters 💔, but they can also be powerful agents of change!
Health Risks
- Malnutrition, diseases, and forced displacement severely jeopardize their well-being and development.
A potential for empowerment
- Unlocking children's potential in EWS
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