1. Assistance or support provided in advance to prevent problems or difficulties before they occur, rather than responding to them after they happen
The government offered proactive aid to farmers before the drought season began.
O governo ofereceu ajuda proativa aos agricultores antes do início da estação de seca.
2. Preventive intervention or support designed to address potential issues anticipatorily
The organization provides proactive aid to vulnerable populations through early warning systems.
A organização fornece ajuda proativa às populações vulneráveis através de sistemas de alerta precoce.