shelterinforming
Shelterinforming is the systematic process of communicating up-to-date information about available shelter options to people seeking shelter, particularly during emergencies, disasters, or housing crises. It includes collecting, verifying, and disseminating data about shelter locations, capacity, eligibility requirements, rules (such as pets or accessibility), hours of operation, and access procedures. The goal is to help individuals find safe accommodation quickly while enabling authorities to coordinate resources and ensure equitable access.
The process typically involves multiple actors, including government emergency management agencies, humanitarian organizations, shelters, and community
Shelterinforming is used during sudden disasters (such as floods or hurricanes), ongoing displacement, or planned events
Benefits of effective shelterinforming include faster shelter placement, reduced exposure to risk, better protection for vulnerable