CANDO Vanuatu Disaster Ready Project

28/09/2026

Building climate resilience in communities

Through CAN DO’s Disaster READY project, implemented by Vanuatu Christian Council, local churches are better equipped to support their communities when disasters strike.

Supported by the Australian Government through the Australian Humanitarian Partnership.




CANDO
Disaster READY
Vanuatu AHP - Australian Humanitarian Partnership
Australian High Commission, Vanuatu

12/08/2026

VCC Launches Independent Evaluation of Disaster READY Project
On 29 July 2026, the Vanuatu Christian Council (VCC) reached another milestone with the signing of a consultancy agreement with Tamata Consultancy to conduct the independent Endline Evaluation of the Disaster READY (CAN DO Vanuatu) Project. This evaluation reflects VCC’s commitment to transparency, learning, and continuous improvement. It provides an opportunity to recognize achievements, understand challenges, capture lessons learned, and identify ways to improve future disaster resilience programming.
Through consultations, data collection, and engagement with key stakeholders, the evaluation will review project progress and outcomes, capture experiences and good practices, identify opportunities to strengthen future programs, and provide recommendations to support quality and accountable programming. Importantly, it ensures that the voices and lessons from the Disaster READY journey continue to inform VCC’s work with communities and partners across Vanuatu.
VCC acknowledges the ongoing support of Act for Peace in advancing disaster resilience initiatives. Through partnership, reflection, and shared learning, VCC continues to work towards a safer, stronger, and more resilient Vanuatu.

11/08/2026

Act for Peace Monitoring Visit to Vanuatu Christian Council
Strong organizations are built through strong partnerships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to serving communities safely and responsibly. In July 2026, Act for Peace (AfP) conducted a Disaster READY monitoring and partnership support visit to the Vanuatu Christian Council (VCC). This engagement provided an important opportunity to reflect on progress, share learning, strengthen collaboration, and continue improving the systems that support effective, accountable, and safe programming.
The monitoring visit focused on several key areas. Program review and planning enabled both teams to assess Disaster READY progress and reporting requirements, while financial accountability discussions reinforced the importance of responsible resource management. Safeguarding and safe programming were highlighted through a practical session where VCC staff explored ways to prevent harm, identify risks, respond appropriately to concerns, and promote a culture of safety, dignity, and respect. The session emphasized that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, encouraging staff to reflect on how these principles apply daily in their work with communities, partners, volunteers, and colleagues. The visit also supported VCC’s preparation for the Disaster READY Endline Evaluation, strengthening evidence, learning, and future programming.
VCC expressed sincere appreciation for the continued partnership and support of Act for Peace, acknowledging their role in building stronger systems, stronger communities, and a more resilient Vanuatu. Together, both organizations reaffirmed their commitment to building a safer, stronger, and more resilient nation




Vanuatu AHP - Australian Humanitarian Partnership

20/05/2026

DFAT Joint Visit to the CAN-DO Disaster READY Project Site at Emua Protestant Church
Emua, Efate – 18 May 2026
Representatives from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), together with members of the Disaster READY Country Committee (DRCC), conducted a joint visit to the CAN-DO Disaster READY Project site at Emua Protestant Church as part of ongoing monitoring and partnership engagement activities.
The visit brought together DRCC members, the Vanuatu Christian Council (VCC), North Efate Area Council, North Efate Council of Chief, project staff, church leaders, and community representatives to observe the progress and impact of the CAN-DO Disaster READY Project within the community. The delegation was warmly welcomed by the North Efate Council of Chief and the local community through cultural performances and community presentations.
During the visit, community members shared testimonies on how the project has strengthened disaster awareness, preparedness planning, and community participation. The delegation also observed community-led initiatives that promote resilience and climate change adaptation at the local level.
Representatives from DFAT and the DRCC acknowledged the important role of churches and community leaders in supporting vulnerable communities and strengthening disaster preparedness efforts. Emua Protestant Church was commended for its commitment and active leadership in implementing community resilience activities.
The joint visit reinforced the strong partnership between DFAT, the Disaster READY Country Committee, CAN-DO partners, Provincial Government, Churches, and Communities in working together towards safer and more resilient communities across Vanuatu.

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19/05/2026

On 19th May 2026, marks another important milestone for the Vanuatu Christian Council and REACH FAMILI SENTA as both organizations officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their collaboration and partnership in serving communities across Vanuatu.
During the signing ceremony, the Executive Director of REACH FAMILI SENTA shared that the organization was officially established on 20 November 2025 as a new NGO committed to supporting families and addressing violence within communities. She highlighted that the partnership with the Vanuatu Christian Council did not begin today, but has been built over many years through the involvement of pastors and faith leaders working together to support vulnerable families.
She emphasized that the signing of the MOU formalizes a long-standing relationship grounded in shared faith, values, and cultural practices. She further stated that the work of REACH FAMILI SENTA focuses on addressing family violence through practical demonstrations of the Word of God, reflecting Christian values through action and community engagement.
The Secretary General of the Vanuatu Christian Council acknowledged that REACH FAMILI SENTA is now operating as a separate NGO from World Vision, enabling both organizations to formally establish this partnership for future collaboration and resource sharing.
The MOU agreement will remain in effect for three years and represents a significant step forward in strengthening joint efforts to support and empower the people of Vanuatu, particularly in the area of ending violence against families and promoting community wellbeing.
, Famili Senta, for Peace, READY, AHP - Australian Humanitarian Partnership

30/04/2026

16/04/2026

16/04/2026

15/04/2026

CAN DO Local Partners Workshop
Participants of the CAN DO Disaster Ready Project gathered in Malekula, Vanuatu, from 9–13 February 2026 for the CAN DO Local Partners Workshop, bringing together CAN DO Local Partners Coordinators to strengthen collaboration and shape the future of disaster preparedness in Vanuatu.
Workshop Objectives
To reflect on the last five years of implementation of the Disaster READY project and activations in Vanuatu
To provide concrete support to local partners in fulfilling AHP Disaster READY reporting requirements ahead of Phase 2 completion
To collect community-level information that demonstrates impact and informs future program design
To develop a shared vision of CAN DO in Phase 3
The workshop created a space for participants to share experiences, build trust, and align priorities across communities and churches.
Participating churches included:
Anglican Church of Melanesia Vanuatu (ACOMV), Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu (PCV), Churches of Christ Vanuatu (CCCV), ADRA Vanuatu, and the Vanuatu Christian Council (VCC).
Throughout the week, participants worked together to reviewed Disaster Ready Phase 2 lessons, prepared Fiji Summit inputs, co‑designed Phase 3 framework, planned sustainability and partnerships, and recorded church‑led stories and data.
The workshop concluded with a shared commitment to strengthening community resilience and ensuring that local voices remain at the heart of disaster preparedness and response across Vanuatu.
✨ Importantly, these partners are now attending the CAN DO Summit in Fiji, carrying forward the lessons, stories, and shared vision developed in Malekula to influence regional collaboration and the future of disaster Ready preparedness in Vanuatu.
🙏 Together, we continue building safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.

15/04/2026

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