The Red Cross Society of Seychelles (RCSS) will conduct a Community Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) Survey on flooding and storm surges on Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue starting next week. Over 40 volunteers of the RCSS will participate in this important exercise, which will cover 17 districts identified as affected or prone to flooding and storm surges.
The district are: Anse Aux Pins, Anse Boileau, Anse Etoile, Anse Royale, Au Cap, Baie Lazare, Baie Sainte Anne, Beau Vallon, Bel Ombre, Cascade, Glacis, Grand Anse Mahe, Grand Anse Praslin, La Digue, Mont Buxton, Mont Fleuri, and Pointe Larue.
The primary objective of the KAP survey is to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of adults aged 18–65 regarding anticipatory and early action protocols for floods and storm surges in Seychelles.
The rationale for this survey is important to strengthen resilience against climate and disaster risks:
- High Risk Exposure: Many coastal settlements remain directly exposed to sea-level rise, storm surges, and heavy rainfall flooding.
- Alignment: Findings will support the national agenda under the Disaster Risk Management Act (2014).
- Community-Centric Governance: By capturing community perspectives, the survey ensures that disaster governance is participatory and locally grounded.
- Evidence-Based Planning: Insights will guide targeted interventions by RCSS, government agencies, and international partners, improving coordination and support.
- Sustainability of Resilience Efforts: Integrating community knowledge and practices into formal planning fosters ownership and long-term sustainability.
This survey forms part of the SEYCCAT-supported initiative aimed at promoting climate change adaptation through anticipatory action and last-mile community early warning systems.
