MENTOR, in partnership with the Red Cross Netherlands, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies – IFRC and Dutch Disaster Risk Reduction and Serge Support (DRRS), delivered a five-day training course on integrated vector control in Kenya at the beginning of September.
The training focused on vector management in humanitarian emergencies, highlighting innovative approaches such as the deployment of newly available vector control solutions. It also covered the integration of core tools with WASH and shelter management to ensure a more comprehensive and sustainable response.
A total of 48 participants from several Red Cross National Societies in the region, UNICEF, WHO, MSF, Oxfam and others attended, enhancing local expertise to respond quickly and effectively to crises where vector-borne diseases pose a significant threat.
Building on over two decades of MENTOR’s experience in training local teams and organisations in vector control for emergencies, the course represents another step in strengthening key actors’ ability to protect people in vulnerable settings.
For enquiries about future training please email: info@mentor-initiative.org with ‘IVM five-day training’ in the subject.