Emergency Response During Crisis Periods. Case Study of the Northwest Region of Cameroon
Fuh George Cheo
Essay from the year 2023 in the subject Politics - Topic: Peace and Conflict, Security, , language: English, abstract: This essay discusses the topic of emergency response during periods of crisis by looking at the situation in the Northwest region of Cameroon. Emergency response during a crisis period is crucial to mitigate the adverse effects of the crisis. The Northwest Region of Cameroon has been experiencing a crisis for several years, characterized by armed conflict, displacement of people, and destruction of properties. Emergency response during the crisis period in the Northwest Region of Cameroon has had a significant impact on mitigating the adverse effects of the crisis. Firstly, emergency response has provided lifesaving assistance to affected communities through the provision of food, shelter, and medical care. Secondly, emergency response has contributed to restoring livelihoods through the provision of agricultural inputs and cash transfers. Lastly, emergency response has facilitated the return and reintegration of displaced persons into their communities. However, some challenges identified include inadequate funding, limited access to affected areas due to insecurity, and inadequate coordination among stakeholders. It is recommended that stakeholders should address the identified challenges to enhance emergency response in the Northwest Region of Cameroon.
