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Press Release: IsraAID Empowers Dominica’s MSMEs with Business Continuity Training to Strengthen Resilience

Roseau, Dominica, February 3rd, 2025 :The private sector in Dominica plays a vital role in the nation’s socio-economic development. However, in recent years, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have faced significant setbacks due to natural disasters such as Tropical Storm Erika and Hurricane Maria, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, which has hindered recovery efforts. Businesses with robust Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) have demonstrated greater resilience in navigating these challenges.

To bolster the resilience of MSMEs in Dominica, IsraAID Dominica partnered with MAANZ Ltd. to deliver an online Business Continuity Planning (BCP) training program for 60 MSMEs between October and December 2024. The initiative aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to strengthen their psychological, social, financial, environmental, technological, and legal readiness for future disasters.

Spanning two months, the training addressed a comprehensive range of topics, including risk reduction strategies, motivation, customer service, record-keeping, financial management, communication, marketing, disaster planning, and strategic planning. A key outcome of the program was the development of personalized Business Continuity Plans tailored to each participant’s business operations.

The online format of the program provided significant advantages, such as scalability, ease of replication, and broader geographic accessibility. Participants appreciated the engaging evening sessions, which emphasized practical, real-world applications. The program also benefited from the expertise of facilitators and the involvement of NGOs like the Dominica Red Cross and the Customs & Excise Department. High demand was observed for further training in budgeting, QuickBooks, and financial management, alongside growing interest from government agencies in participating in similar initiatives.

IsraAID Dominica is proud of this collaboration and remains committed to supporting the resilience of Dominica’s private sector. Strengthening the private sector’s resilience is integral to the country’s socio-economic stability and development. In 2025, IsraAID Dominica plans to expand this program to include hazard mapping and the establishment of disaster preparedness committees to better support small businesses in times of disaster.

About IsraAID IsraAID is an international non-governmental humanitarian aid organization based in Israel. Since its establishment in 2001, IsraAID has worked in over 55 countries, providing emergency response and long-term development support. The organization has been operating in the Commonwealth of Dominica since 2017.

Roseau, Dominica, February 3rd, 2025 :The private sector in Dominica plays a vital role in the nation’s socio-economic development. However, in recent years, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have faced significant setbacks due to natural disasters such as Tropical Storm Erika and Hurricane Maria, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, which has hindered recovery efforts. Businesses with robust Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) have demonstrated greater resilience in navigating these challenges.

To bolster the resilience of MSMEs in Dominica, IsraAID Dominica partnered with MAANZ Ltd. to deliver an online Business Continuity Planning (BCP) training program for 60 MSMEs between October and December 2024. The initiative aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to strengthen their psychological, social, financial, environmental, technological, and legal readiness for future disasters.

Spanning two months, the training addressed a comprehensive range of topics, including risk reduction strategies, motivation, customer service, record-keeping, financial management, communication, marketing, disaster planning, and strategic planning. A key outcome of the program was the development of personalized Business Continuity Plans tailored to each participant’s business operations.

The online format of the program provided significant advantages, such as scalability, ease of replication, and broader geographic accessibility. Participants appreciated the engaging evening sessions, which emphasized practical, real-world applications. The program also benefited from the expertise of facilitators and the involvement of NGOs like the Dominica Red Cross and the Customs & Excise Department. High demand was observed for further training in budgeting, QuickBooks, and financial management, alongside growing interest from government agencies in participating in similar initiatives.

IsraAID Dominica is proud of this collaboration and remains committed to supporting the resilience of Dominica’s private sector. Strengthening the private sector’s resilience is integral to the country’s socio-economic stability and development. In 2025, IsraAID Dominica plans to expand this program to include hazard mapping and the establishment of disaster preparedness committees to better support small businesses in times of disaster.

About IsraAID IsraAID is an international non-governmental humanitarian aid organization based in Israel. Since its establishment in 2001, IsraAID has worked in over 55 countries, providing emergency response and long-term development support. The organization has been operating in the Commonwealth of Dominica since 2017.

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