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Empowering Women in Disaster Risk Reduction through Heritage

Organizer(s) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - Headquarters Politecnico di Torino
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This webinar jointly organized by UNESCO and Politecnico di Torino under the EU-funded RESILIAGE project aims to explore the intersection of gender, heritage, and resilience-building strategies amidst disasters. 

The virtual event will convene experts across disciplines to explore innovative approaches that harness both natural and cultural heritage to bolster community resilience, emphasizing the empowerment of women in this critical domain. 

With a focus on inclusivity and gender parity, the speakers will delve into the vital contributions of women in science and their indispensable role in bridging the gender gap within disaster risk reduction efforts.

Speakers:

Laurence Gillois, UNESCO Representation Office to the EU

Faduma Ali, UNESCO Disaster Risk Reduction Unit

Ana Persic, UNESCO’s Science, Technology and Innovation Policy Section

Mary Nyasimi, UNESCO Office in Nairobi and Regional Bureau for Science

Rosa Tamborrino, Department of Regional and Urban Studies and Planning in Politecnico di Torino

Moderated by Irina Pavlova, UNESCO Liaison Office to the EU

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