Disaster Mangement
Hope in desperate times
AIM Foundation is committed to supporting healthcare, education, and
environmental initiatives, but in times of crisis, we shift our focus to
immediate disaster relief. The Covid-19 pandemic, which left many jobless,
particularly affected vulnerable communities such as sex workers, who were hit
hard by social distancing measures. In 2020, AIM Foundation responded by
distributing food packets to the children of sex workers in Rambagan and
Sonagachi. We also provided essential ration supplies to street children in
Kolkata and underprivileged individuals in Dakshin Dhupjhora, Jalpaiguri,
helping them survive the lockdown.
Following the devastating Amphan cyclone, AIM Foundation distributed relief
to 2,000 families in the Sunderbans, providing dry food, medication, sanitary
napkins, and masks. We also set up community kitchens in Maipith and Kuemari
Island, serving meals for 15 days in each location to support cyclone-affected
communities.
During the first wave of the pandemic, we acknowledged the selfless efforts
of frontline workers by distributing N95 masks and safety goggles to health
workers and police personnel in Kolkata and Howrah. Similarly, after a fire
devastated the Topsia area, we provided clothing to 500 affected families,
offering support during their difficult time.
Our efforts were recognized and honoured by the
Sunderban Tiger Reserve Authority, Government of West Bengal, reinforcing our
commitment to disaster relief and community support.
In the aftermath of Cyclone YAAS, AIM Foundation extended relief to 3,000
families across the Sunderbans, including Ghoramara, Maipith, Choto Mollakhali,
and Bali Island. We distributed food supplies, medical assistance, and
essential items like tarpaulins, rice, wheat, cooking oil, and sanitary
napkins. To combat post-cyclone infections, we organized free medical camps and
distributed medication in the affected regions.