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Working together in Europe and the Mediterranean for the prevention of disasters, preparedness and response: priorities of action

Resolution 2010-1:

This resolution commits European and Mediterranean States to continue promoting disaster risk reduction – including prevention, preparedness and efficient response to emergencies - as a political priority at all levels of government

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Ethical values and resilience to disasters

Resolution 2010-2:

This resolution recognises the value of applying best ethical principles in disaster risk reduction, in improving the resilience of societies and in responding efficiently to emergencies.

The resolution was adopted at the 12th

Press release

Resilient cities campaign reaches 100 cities with City of Nis

The City of Nis, Serbia, became the one-hundredth city to join the 2010-11 World Disaster Reduction Campaign “Making Cities Resilient – My City is Getting Ready!” at the city’s “Strategy for Safety Promotion” event on 30 September, a highly publicized event attended by over 40 Serbian cities. Nis joined the campaign along with 17 others.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Europe & Central Asia
Update

UNECE launches pilot projects on adaptation in transboundary basins

The UN Economic Commission for Europe has launched a new programme of pilot projects aimed at promoting cooperation on adaptation to climate change under the UNECE Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (UNECE Water Convention)...
United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
Update

Serbia: Young volunteers protect citizens in disasters

One hundred youths will participate in a Fire Fighting Youth Camp in Serbia as part of the USAID’s Preparedness and Planning program to help raise awareness on disaster prevention and response...
Ekonomist Media Group
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Serbia: National progress report on the implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action (2007-2009)

The preparation of this National Progress Report has been undertaken within the framework of the biennial 2007-09 HFA Monitoring and Progress Review process, facilitated by UNISDR and ISDR System partners.
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Implementing the Hyogo Framework for Action in Europe: advances and challenges 2007-2009

Report for the period 2007-2009:

The main objective of this report is to identify key trends in terms of progress made and challenges faced at both national and regional levels through the implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) in Europe

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The structure, role and mandate of civil protection in disaster risk reduction for South Eastern Europe

South Eastern Europe disaster risk mitigation and adaptation programme:

This document reviews the coordination of disaster mitigation, preparedness and response among the Civil Protection actors of South Eastern Europe (SEE), identifying needs both with

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