At SNEHRD, we recognize that Environmental and Human Rights Defenders (EHRDs) often operate in hostile environments where they face immediate threats and challenges. To ensure their safety and enable them to continue their crucial work, we provide comprehensive emergency support and protection services. Our approach includes timely emergency funds and regular security risk assessments, addressing both immediate and long-term needs of EHRDs at risk.
When EHRDs face sudden threats, such as harassment, physical attacks, legal persecution, or other urgent risks, they require immediate support to mitigate these dangers. SNEHRD provides emergency funds that can be used for various purposes, including relocation expenses, medical care, legal assistance, and safety equipment. This financial support ensures that EHRDs can quickly and effectively respond to crises, allowing them to continue their advocacy work with minimal disruption.
Regular Security Risk AssessmentsProactive risk management is essential for the ongoing safety of EHRDs. Our regular security risk assessments involve thorough evaluations of the specific threats faced by EHRDs, considering both their personal circumstances and the broader socio-political context. Based on these assessments, we develop tailored safety plans that include strategies for risk avoidance, emergency protocols, and contingency measures. We also provide ongoing training and support to ensure EHRDs are equipped with the knowledge and skills to recognize and mitigate threats. This continuous monitoring and real-time support help EHRDs navigate evolving risks effectively.
Why Our Emergency Support and Protection MatterThe volatile environments in which EHRDs operate often pose severe risks to their safety and well-being. By providing timely emergency funds and conducting regular security risk assessments, we ensure that EHRDs can continue their vital work without interruption. Immediate financial assistance helps them manage crises effectively, whether through relocation, medical care, legal support, or enhancing personal security. Proactive risk assessments and tailored safety planning empower EHRDs to navigate threats with confidence, reducing the likelihood of harm and ensuring they remain resilient in their advocacy efforts.