(MENAFN- Gulf Times) As part of its humanitarian efforts to assist communities impacted by natural disasters, Qatar Charity (QC) has signed a Contingency Project Co-operation Agreement (CPCA) with Unicef Pakistan.

The agreement aims to strengthen emergency response systems and ensure the timely delivery of relief services during crises across the country.

The partnership focuses on implementing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) interventions alongside Nutrition services during emergencies, with a strong emphasis on supporting vulnerable groups, particularly women and children.

Under this collaboration, QC and Unicef launched a Nutrition in Emergencies initiative in four districts of Punjab: Rajanpur, Jhang, Muzaffargarh, and Multan, to support those affected by the 2025 floods. The initiative seeks to improve access to treatment for acutely malnourished children as well as pregnant and lactating women.

The programme includes the provision of micronutrient supplements for children aged 6–59 months and breastfeeding women, along with counselling on maternal nutrition, nurturing care, early childhood development, and Infant and Young Child Feeding practices. It also incorporates capacity building, co-ordination, and information management to strengthen emergency nutrition systems.

A WASH emergency project has been activated to assist flood-affected communities. It aims to provide climate-resilient sanitation facilities for 20,000 people, including toilets, bathing areas, and washing points designed to be culturally sensitive, gender-appropriate and disability-inclusive.

Additionally, 100,000 people will benefit from improved awareness of key hygiene practices, disaster risk reduction messaging, and the effective use of hygiene kits. Furthermore, 5,000 children will gain access to safe drinking water and sanitation facilities in 20 schools, 10 temporary learning centres, 10 child-friendly safe spaces and 10 health facilities.

QC noted that this partnership represents a significant step toward enhancing Pakistan's preparedness for natural disasters and improving protection for vulnerable populations, ensuring a more effective and timely emergency response.

Qatar Charity CPCA Unicef Pakistan

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