Cape Town
South Africa

Short course: Technology in disaster risk reduction and response

Organizer(s) United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security
Venue
Provincial Disaster Management Centre in Cape Town
Date
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Worldwide growing frequency and magnitude of extreme environmental events (such as floods, landslides and drought) have intensified research interest in these events, in particular regarding the level of risk they pose in different locations, the vulnerability of communities and their response capabilities. United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS) and University of the Free State Disaster Management Training and Education (UFS-DiMTEC) explores on how to investigate the threats that environmental degradation, unsustainable land use practices, and natural and man-made hazards pose to human security. Their research work is devoted to developing capacity in particular in disaster risk reduction and giving advice to strategy and decision-makers.

The aim of the course is to provide participants with a broad overview of space-based and other technologies for disaster risk reduction and response. This will include available various tools and methods, analysis of existing international response and support mechanisms as well as the best international practices.

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