OIM Latinoamérica y el Caribe 78d ago

Every year, disasters across the Caribbean trigger an outpouring of generosity. But when donations arrive unrequested or uncoordinated, they can overwhelm national systems, delay critical aid, and create massive waste. This video explains why responsible donating is essential and how we can all contribute more effectively. Key messages: • Cash donations are the fastest and most effective way to help. • All support must align with national priorities and logistics systems. • Unsolicited goods can clog ports, overflow warehouses, and slow down response. • Donations must be culturally appropriate, climate‑relevant, and high quality. • Strong legal and policy frameworks (including IDRL) help countries manage incoming aid. Your generosity can save lives when it meets real needs. Donate Responsibly. Build a Resilient Caribbean. Produced by: IOM Caribbean and the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), with funding from European Union Humanitarian Aid, under the project “Fostering Collaborative Approaches to Disaster Preparedness in the Caribbean | Strengthening Human Mobility Frameworks and Building Capacity to Address Disaster Displacement” also called the “Resilient Caribbean project – Prepared, Protected, United” #DonateResposibly #ResilientCaribbean @CDEMACoordinatingUnit @EUcrisisresponse