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Case Study

Rebuilding homes and livelihoods in Jamaica after Hurricane Dean

2008 — By International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

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This case study of a Red Cross livelihoods recovery programme following Hurricane Dean in Jamaica, looks at the type of assistance offered to beneficiaries through cash vouchers to purchase fishing nets, boat repair materials, seeds, fertilisers or chicks. Support from the French Red Cross is highlighted, lessons learnt are drawn and a personal story is provided.