CARE in Vanuatu

02/10/2026

VANGO invites you to join us for NGO Day 2026 on 13 October 2026 as we come together to celebrate the incredible work of NGOs and civil society organisations across Vanuatu.
It’s a day to celebrate, connect, recognise our collective contributions, and strengthen partnerships for the communities we serve.

29/09/2026

Building safer and more resilient communities in Tafea Province

CARE Vanuatu is proud to participate in a three-day Training of Trainers on the National Guidelines for Displacement and Evacuation Centre Management (NECMG) at the Apera Conference Facility in West Tanna.

Organised by the Displacement and Evacuation Centre Management (DECM) Cluster, the training brings together the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) as Cluster Co-Leads. The training is delivered through the Sef Ples II project, implemented by IOM in collaboration with NDMO and partners.

This important initiative is strengthening the capacity of provincial, area council and community representatives to manage displacement and evacuation centres effectively during disasters and emergencies.

CARE Vanuatu is grateful to be part of this effort to strengthen disaster preparedness and support safer, more resilient communities across Tafea Province.

📍 Apera, West Tanna, Tafea Province

29/09/2026

With The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints support, CARE Vanuatu is working alongside local communities to implement an approach that links long-term disaster preparedness directly with early action ahead of severe storms.

Representatives of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) and CARE Vanuatu have visited Ilaring community in East Tanna to support efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness, including safer

20/09/2026

🌏 Young people are leading the way for climate action in Vanuatu! 💚

16-18 September, CARE Vanuatu is proud to
'have supported the Vanuatu Conference of Youth 2026 in Port Vila. 🇻🇺

🙌 Youth from across the country came together to learn, share ideas, and speak up on climate advocacy, biodiversity, loss and damage, mental health, traditional knowledge, climate finance, and grant writing.
🛡️ They also learned about safeguarding and PSHEA-CA, including how to recognise harm and where to seek help.
🌊 The youth participants took action through a coastal clean-up, showing that young people are not just talking about change—they are making it happen. ✨
🤝 Together, we are building a safer, stronger, and more climate-resilient Vanuatu. 🌱
Vanuatu Climate Action Network

17/09/2026

Our Deepest Condolences to the Penama Provincial Government and the People of Penama 🙏🏽

Our hearts are heavy as we extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences following the tragic MV Matui incident and the devastating loss of lives at sea.
Our thoughts are with the families and communities of Ambae, Central Pentecost, and Penama Province as a whole, who are mourning the loss of loved ones, as well as those who continue to wait and hope for news of family members still missing at sea.
We also extend our sincere condolences to the family of Mr George Vuti, Deputy Vice President of Penama Province, who remains missing and is yet to be found. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, colleagues and loved ones.
CARE has had the privilege of working alongside the people of Penama Province, including communities in South Pentecost, Maewo, Ambae and in partnership with the Penama Provincial Government over the years. These connections remain deeply meaningful to us, and we stand with the people of Penama at this difficult time.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the search and rescue teams, volunteers, churches, communities and authorities for their tireless efforts and support to affected families.
We mourn with you, remember those who have been lost, and hold every family affected by this tragedy in our prayers.
May God bring comfort, strength, peace and hope to the people of Penama and to every family affected. 🙏🏽💙

Penama Provincial Updates
South Pentecost Area Council

21/08/2026

Lamine 1 mo 2 long North East Efate i silim storian blong rere from saeklon

19 Okis, CARE Vanuatu mo Vanuatu Family Health Association I bin kam tugeta wetem tufala komuniti blong Lamine 1 mo 2 long Not is Efate, blong honarem wok blong ol eid wokas mo adfokeit long saed blo sefti blo pipol we oli save kasem damej long disasta mo semtaem statem wan impotan wokabaot long anticipatory action project long saed blong saeklon.

Olgeta lida long tufala komuniti i hapi tumas from we CARE Vanuatu mo Vanuatu Family Health Association tufala i soem interest blong wok wetem olgeta long project ia. Ol lidas blong tufala komunity ia oli luksave se sapot ia bae i kam blong strengthenem fasin blong mekem rere bifoa saeklon I save kam, be i no blong tekem ples blong efot we komuniti i stap mekem finis.

David Pakoa olsem Chairman blong Kaonsel blong Lamine 1 Community, i talem se, hem i festaem weh wan okanaisesen olsem i kam ranem wan projek long Lamine. Pipol blong Lamine i hapi blong risivim olgeta. Long Semak storian, Mr John Able, Jif blong Lamine 2 Komuniti, i talem se long past, plante pipol long komuniti oli no g*t inaf infomesen long wanem blong mekem long taem blong wan saeklon. Be hem i glad se tru long project ia, bae oli kasem moa save mo skill blong mekem pripeadness mo respon blong komuniti i kam strong moa bifoa mo long taem blong disasta emejensi.

Fofala patna ia I bin silim storian blong impotan wokbaot ia wetem saening blong MoU we Northeast Efate Eria Kaonsel thru long Eria Sekretery Mr Joseph Kalpeau I bin glad blong sapotem. Wokbaot tugeta ia bae I helpem ol pipol long tufala komuinity ia blong pripea mo act bifo wan saeklon i hitim olgeta. Ol patna ia bae oli wok tugeta blong dilivarem ol saeklon eli woning mesej, sapotem ol mama, kel mo ol pikinini, mo ol narafala at risk grup long saed long jenda mo proteksen, provaedem seksual mo riprodaktiv helt seves, mo lifesaving assistens bifo wan saeklon i kasem ples.

Olgeta lida mo pipol long tufala komuniti ia I hapi tumas long fesfala storian we CARE Vanuatu mo Vanuatu Family Health Association I karemaot long impotant dei ia tru long fanding blong Asia mo Pacific Humanitarian Fund (APHF).

Hemia hemi samfala toktok we sam memba blong community I bin g*t janis blong sherem long dei ia:

“MoU we mifala i saenem hem i gud tumas blong mifala i wok wetem tufala assosiesen. Bai projek bae i protektem komuniti lo saed blo disasta mo ol siknes.”

“Hem i festaem blong olgeta long Vanuatu Family Health Association i kam long komuniti. Mo plante pipol i nog*t gudfala save long saed blong helt blong family. Hem i gud tumas blong kam ranem aweanes long ol pipol.”

Michkel John, wan man long Lamine 2 Komuniti, i talem se, oli bin lanem plante samting long ol infomesen we i bin kamaot.

“Mifala i stap lo bush mo no stap karem ol infomese olsem tumas. Beh hem i gud tumas blong kasem ol save ia long saed blong Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).”

CARE mo VFHA I wantem talem tenkyu long tufala komunity blong Lamine 1 mo Lamine 2, Eria Kaonsel, ol narafala patnas mo stakeholders tu we oli bin sapotem process blong storian ia, mo lukfowod oltaem blo wok gud tugeta wetem olgeta long taem we I stap kam.


Vanuatu Family Health Association
United Nations OCHA

06/08/2026

🌊✨ Building stronger communities in North Tanna! ✨🌊
On 27 July 2026, our Disaster READY 2.0 (DR2.0) and Yumi Groem Tugeta (YGT) Project teams proudly joined the Tafea Provincial Government Showcase Day in North Tanna. Together with government line departments, we brought practical, life-saving information closer to one of the island’s most remote and vulnerable communities.
Here’s what we shared:
🌀 Disaster preparedness — simple actions families can take before, during and after an emergency.
☀️ El Niño awareness — recognising drought signs, conserving water, protecting crops and strengthening food security.
💜 Safety and dignity — raising awareness of gender-based violence risks during disasters and the support available to those in need.
💰 Village Savings & Loan Associations — helping women, men and people with disabilities save, borrow and invest in stronger livelihoods.
From preparing emergency kits to creating a “bank at home,” every conversation focused on practical ways families can protect one another, build confidence and become more resilient.
Northwest Tanna is highly exposed to drought and other hazards, so reaching communities with timely information matters. When knowledge is shared, people are better equipped to safeguard water, food, livelihoods and the wellbeing of everyone—especially those most at risk.
🤝 We thank the Tafea Provincial Government Council, participating departments and the people of North Tanna for welcoming us. Together, yumi save bildim ol komuniti we oli strong, sef mo rere blong fesem ol had taem.
What is one simple action your family is taking to prepare for drought or disaster? Share it below. 👇
CARE in Vanuatu's Disaster READY 02 Project is supported by the Australian Government through the Australian Humanitarian Partnership and the Yumi Groem Tugeta Project, supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP).

Australian High Commission, Vanuatu Vanuatu AHP - Australian Humanitarian Partnership NGO Cooperation Program

04/08/2026

📢 We're Hiring!

CARE Vanuatu is seeking a committed and experienced Database Officer to join our team in Tanna, based at CARE Vanuatu’s Field Office.

🔗 Click the link below to access the full job description and application information.

View more about this job opportunity on vanuatuwok.vu - Vanuatu’s job board, run by Youth Challenge Vanuatu.

28/07/2026

📢 Consultancy Opportunity | Vanuatu
CARE International in Vanuatu is seeking a qualified consultant or consulting firm to undertake the Endline Evaluation of the Disaster Ready 2.0 Project, a DFAT-funded disaster resilience initiative implemented in Tafea Province.
We are looking for experienced professionals with strong monitoring, evaluation, and disaster risk reduction expertise to assess project outcomes, lessons learned, and future opportunities for strengthening community resilience.
📅 Application Deadline: Friday, 4 August 2026, 4:00 PM (Vanuatu Time)
📧 Send applications to: [email protected]
For more information, please refer to the Terms of Reference and application requirements in the advertisement.