Participants of the three-days LEGS Core Training © Denia Ordoñez
In a significant step towards enhancing disaster response in the livestock sector, LEGS Core Training was successfully conducted in three key locations across Honduras – Catacamas, Danlí and Trojes – in late 2024. Organized by COPECO (Honduras’ national disaster risk management agency) and Brooke, these training courses aimed to equip professionals and local stakeholders with the knowledge and tools to integrate livestock support into emergency response efforts.
Building resilience for livestock and communities
Each three-day LEGS Core Training course brought together participants from municipal emergency committees (CODEM), as well as local government officials, NGOs, farmers, students, and technical experts. The courses were designed to improve understanding of LEGS principles, ensuring livestock – critical to many livelihoods in Honduras – are considered in disaster-response planning.
The courses, held in September, November, and December 2024, covered topics such as:
- The role of livestock in humanitarian response
- Identifying and implementing appropriate interventions
- Emergency planning and response strategies
- Practical applications for local disaster preparedness
Key outcomes and feedback
Participants overwhelmingly rated the trainings as highly beneficial, with many emphasising the importance of including livestock in emergency response frameworks. Across all three locations, evaluations showed that most attendees found the content relevant to their work, particularly in improving livestock support during crises.
A growing commitment to livestock protection in emergencies
As Honduras continues to face climate-related challenges, the LEGS training represents a proactive step in strengthening local and national emergency preparedness. By equipping key stakeholders with these skills, the country is better-positioned to safeguard the livelihoods of livestock-dependent communities in times of crisis.
With strong interest in further training and expansion, LEGS and its partners remain committed to fostering resilience and promoting best practices for livestock management in disaster scenarios.
LEGS Core Training: in-person and online
The LEGS Core Training course has recently been revised and is now available in Arabic, English, French, and Spanish. This newly updated course offers an excellent opportunity to equip your staff or network with the skills needed to deliver effective emergency responses. Find out more.
For added flexibility, the online version of the LEGS Core Training course allows organisations to set up flexible training sessions. Staff and partners can enhance their ability to support disaster-affected livestock communities from anywhere in the world, at a time and pace that suits their needs. Find out more.
With over 400 active LEGS Trainers worldwide – who have delivered more than 500 training courses across nearly 60 countries – you can find a LEGS Trainer near you using the accredited trainers list on the LEGS website.
