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Displaying 304 of about 304 resultsIn a new report 'At a Crossroads: Humanitarianism for the Next Decade', Save the Children reveals that 2010 is set to overtake the year of the tsunami to become the biggest for international emergency responses. It calls for increased investment in disaster risk reduction, preparedness and resilience, which, according to the NGO is 'the most effective w…
By D. Etkin, Disaster & Emergency Management, York University
We are creating a book about what people have learned from their experiences in managing emergencies and disasters, in any of the phases of mitigation, prevention, preparedness, response or recovery. We would like to invite you to share your most meaningful experience with us by becomin…
The purpose of this document is to create a cohesive documented body of knowledge for disaster recovery planners and policy makers, in the recognition that preventive measures are vital to reducing the more costly efforts of responding to disasters. It is an initial step in documenting, collecting and sharing disaster recovery experiences and lessons. I…
This collection of good practices shows how building the capacity of local institutions is key to sustaining disaster risk reduction, and demonstrates the immediate impact of local and national political commitments that institutionalise disaster risk reduction. It also showcases collaboration between local and national governments, civil society organi…