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Displaying 15 of about 97 resultsThis study provides insights into how privately owned groceries can complement large food storage facilities and provide sustainable public and private sectors (Public–Private Partnerships-PPP). Feedback from grocery tenants and customers showed that groceries can be crucial in disaster management. The grocery sector could bring innovative solutions to…
This study was commissioned by the global project on “Developing Risk Management Approaches for Climate Risks”, implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in partnership with Allianz Reinsurance. The aim of this research is to analyse and identify a) the risks (perceived and experienced) faced by Moroccan MSMEs, b)…
Date: 8 February 2022
Venue: Hybrid & Sofitel The Obelisk, Dubai, Dubai Expo 2020
Time: 0900-1700 UAE time, 0700-1500 SAT, GMT+4;
Organizers: The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa Sub-Regional Office for Southern Africa (SRO-SA), the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Business Council, …
We are pleased to invite you to join us on 16-17 May for a UNFCCC technical expert meeting on Integrating climate change adaptation with the Sustainable Development Goals and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, taking place during the Bonn Climate Change Conference.
The two day meeting will allow participants to identify challenges and co…
This strategy report offers a policy-focused analysis of the world we will face once the pandemic has passed. At a time when all assumptions about the shape of Australian society and the broader global order are being challenged, there is a need to take stock of likely future directions.
The report analyses 26 key topics, countries and themes, ranging…
The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) has developed a new streamlined business continuity program for small businesses that may not have the time or resources to create an extensive plan to recover from business interruptions. IBHS is a leading national expert on preparing for, and repairing, rebuilding, and recovering from catas…
By Narongsak (Tek) Thongpapanl, Brock University; Caitlin Ferreira, University of Cape Town, and Panom Gunawong, Chiang Mai University
In the wake of a disaster or crisis, people turn to trusted sources for information.
In today’s digitally connected world, those sources often take the form of social media platforms. These platforms allow fo…
Second Preparatory Committee continues discussion on the post 2015 framework for disaster risk reduction
The Second Preparatory Committee for the Third United Nations World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction this afternoon continued with its discussion on the post 2015 framework for disaster risk reduction.
During the discussion, some speakers stre…
By Dr Guy Schumann
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However, during these devastating times, it is obvious that not only most resources of national governments and international organisations are directed towards battling COVID-19, but also the mainstream media are focusing the global populations attention on the Coronavirus crisis. Unfortunately, this is happening clearly at t…
As countries continue to meet the immediate needs of the COVID-19 pandemic, the crisis is forcing policymakers to consider the unavoidable trade-offs between saving lives and preserving jobs and livelihoods. Throughout Asia-Pacific, governments are considering options for restarting their economic engines and putting people back to work, includ…
Almost three months after the COVID-19 pandemic hit the Americas and the Caribbean, data is showing how deeply the private sector has been affected, as some businesses are being forced to close while others are struggling to continue operating due to limitations in markets and supply chains.
Whilst the economic impact of the crisis is still…
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The private sector is a critical participant in the creation of risk-resilient societies. By combining the intellectual (know-how) and capital assets of the private sector with the public sector and other stakeholders’ knowledge, outreach and resources, solutions will be developed and implemented to achieve the Targets of the S…
By Sturle Hauge Simonsen
Economies around the world have been shaken by the COVID-19 pandemic and revealed serious vulnerabilities and weaknesses. What can we learn from today’s crisis to build more resilience into our systems?
In this episode, centre researcher Robert Blasiak talks to Lisen Schultz, director of Stockholm Resilience Centre’s Executive…
GENEVA, 13 March 2012 - The private sector is making significant contributions to the delivery of reliable and safe water worldwide, providing services to around 160 million people in emerging markets, according to a journal from the World Bank Group's private arm, the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
Private sector participation in water proje…
In response to the challenges posed by the global pandemic, a collaborative effort supported by the Mastercard Foundation has led to the development and implementation of the IIA-Kenya MSME Resilience Programme, aimed at empowering Kenyan micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to navigate through crises and emerge stronger than before.As the Count…