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Displaying 44 of about 44 resultsIn the framework of the European Union–funded Migration, Environment and Climate Change: Evidence for Policy (MECLEP) project, this report analyses the case of Manam islanders in Papua New Guinea. Approximately 9,000 people were evacuated to the north coast of Madang Province due to volcanic activity (2004-2005). Since then, the Government of Papua New…
This guide lays out processes and good practices for developing disaster recovery frameworks to assist governments in detailed recovery planning at the inter-sectoral and programmatic levels. It is intended to be a practice-based and results-focused tool that assists governments and partners in planning for efficient, effective and resilient post disast…
This document describes the recovery strategies and projects implemented in the wake of two natural hazards in Ecuador: the prolonged eruption of the Tungurahua volcano, whose impacts have extended far beyond its direct zone of influence; and the intense rainy season of the first half of 2008, which affected 13 of the country’s 24 provinces.
This paper…
This book presents a selection of examples and experiences of disaster reduction that responds to the need for identifying good practices and sharing experiences and information, identified by many - including Governments - during the preparatory process for the World Conference on Disaster Reduction (WCDR). It highlights efforts and practices being und…
This guidance note shares 'live lessons' learned - told through first-person stories - that contribute to disaster preparedness, mitigation, and a recovery that builds back better. It asserts that telling live lessons have great value as a way to create monuments and memorials, and can be transformative and therapeutic activities for individuals and who…
Pampanga. the hardest hit province during the catastrophic 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption. has remained the fragile center/area constantly threatened by the recurrence of lahar flows. This situation has forced many people to leave their
homes and seek refuge in resettlement areas - the most immediate solution to their problem. Mount Pinatub…
The catastrophic effects of natural hazards cause temporary or permanent displacement of people. In the aftermath of a disaster, resettlement is often implemented to reduce future risks. People are also resettled when they cannot go back to their place of origin due to detrimental changes in environmental conditions. This study examines people’s experie…
Our project focused on the investigation of the post-eruption hazards at Mt. Pinatubo (Philippines) using remote sensing data, and field observations of the 1991 eruption deposits. Through the use of multiple satellite images, field work, and the 1996/2000 PacRim data sets, we conducted studies of the co- and post-eruption hazards of the volcano due to…
In view of recovery of the livelihood and equitable regional development as well as the anticipated disasters due to flood and mudflow, the Government of the Philippines (GOP) requested a technical assistance to the Government of Japan (GOJ) to conduct a master plan formulation and feasibility study (the study) for sabo and flood control in the western…
This study analyses the post-disaster recovery planning policy following the eruption of Mount Merapi in 2010 in Indonesia and the extent to which it has been facilitating the socio-economic recovery efforts of communities in an effective, efficient and sustainable way in order to reduce the socio-economic vulnerabilities that exist. The study uses a qu…
The Australian Journal of Emergency Management, vol. 23 no. 2, May 2008
The author presents the results of a study on the adjustment of two ethnic groups to the post-disaster resettlement program after the 1991 Mt Pinatubo volcano eruption in the Philippines.
This study focuses on the adjustment of two lowland ethnic groups of the Philippines, i.e. th…
This publication compiles a series of impact stories and best practices on livelihoods recovery, skills development and business development in the midst of continuous eruption of Mt. Sinabung in Karo District, North Sumatra, Indonesia, since 2010.
The eruption of Mt. Sinabung has changed the lives of people of Karo. They are no longer able to re…
This book, consisting of two parts, the theory of Total Disaster Risk Management (TDRM) and good practices for disaster risk management, was compiled for the purpose of promoting TDRM as a comprehensive approach to disaster risk reduction worldwide.
It was published for the UN World Conference on Disaster Reduction (held in Kobe, Japan 18-22 January 20…
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…