Kampala
Uganda

Use of GIS Technology for Emergency Preparedness and Response

Organizer(s) Gravitazz Institute for Disaster Reduction and Emergency Management
Date
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In order to understand disaster risk, especially in large or remote areas, there is a need to visualize and assess vulnerability, as well as to monitor change through indicators, which implies acquiring timely, up-to-date and consistent data. In light of ongoing efforts towards preparedness, it has been demonstrated that technology can improve disaster risk management and climate change adaptation, therefore contributing to the targets and expected outcome of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and other post-2015 frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Earth observation technology, through the use of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in particular, is currently the most reliable tool for disaster risk planning in the African continent. This training is designed to enable participants to learn more about tools for disaster observation, forecasting, statistical modeling, hazard mapping and analysis, database management, and how these help in elaborating and coordinating national and local DRR plans.

About the course

With constant improvements made in satellite technology and geographic information systems (GIS), sufficient efforts must be carried out by African DRR practitioners and national disaster management agencies to invest in risk-focused planning and to actively use existing technologies. This course will raise the participants’ awareness on this fact by focusing on contributions of the scientific community to DRR through the use of GIS. The course will discuss how to make use of these tools to inform decisions throughout the disaster risk management cycle.

Expected outcomes

As a result of this course, it is expected that the participants will have gained both a theoretical and practical understanding of existing GIS techniques applied to the DRM cycle, focusing on drought and flood risks. They will become familiar with processing and analyzing spatial data and able to use it as evidence when elaborating DRR plans and strategies.

Target audience

This training is meant for practitioners, decision and policy makers working in the disaster risk management/climate change adaptation/meteorology sectors and specifically those tasked with planning and disaster risk reduction. This includes individuals working with government institutions, NGOs the UN, intergovernmental bodies and the private sector. Students and young professionals who would like to increase their knowledge in the field are also welcome.

Fee information:

The course fee of $800 per participant covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Please kindly note that we offer a discount to groups of at least five participants. All participants will additionally cater for their travel expenses, accommodation, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses. Accommodation and shuttle services can be arranged upon request. Gravitazz will also provide invitation letters for the trainings should it be necessary.

How to register

For more information or in order to register please contact our Academic Coordinator Mr Maurice Kande at maurice@gravitazzcontinental.com. You can also register by consulting our Online Registration Form at http://gravitazzinstitute.com/registration-for-july-courses/ .

Deadline for registration: 31 July 2017

For more detailed information please find attached the course outline. 

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