is a nonprofit organization that was founded after Super Typhoon Haiyan (locally known as Typhoon Yolanda) devastated the Philippines in 2013. YKS’s mission is to provide survivors with the resources, opportunities, and support they need to recover, heal, and thrive. The organization does this through various programs and initiatives, such as providing food, shelter, and offering educational and livelihood opportunities. YKS also aims to empower communities to rebuild their lives and become resilient and thriving. The organization does this by working with local leaders, and organizations to develop and implement sustainable development projects.
10 years after the typhoon, YKS is still working to help survivors and communities rebuild their lives. The organization is expanding its operations and programs in the region to reach more children, youth, families and serve more communities. The organization has transitioned from providing short-term humanitarian assistance to providing long-term development support. This shift ensures that the organization’s programs are not only responsive to the immediate needs of people in crisis, but also help to build the resilience of communities so that they can withstand future shocks. The organization’s new approach is based on the understanding that humanitarian assistance is not a permanent solution. By investing in development, the organization can help to create a more just and equitable world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.