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Call for Applications: Research Grants on Urban Climate Resilience
Applications are now open for the GDPC Small Research Grants Program. The Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC) is pleased to announce the launch of its small research grants program, focused on the theme climate resilience in urban areas. This initiative aims to deepen our understanding of urban climate resilience by supporting original research in low- and middle-income countries. The program is designed to expand the evidence base and contribute to building more resilient urban environments in the face of climate […]
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Putting children and youth at the centre of disaster risk reduction and community resilience building
11 Oct 2024
In 2024, the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, celebrated on the 13th of October, is focused on the theme of ‘Empowering the next g...
From Local Infrastructure to National Policies: How the Albanian Red Cross Leads the Way in Building Resilient Communities
09 Oct 2024
With a rich history spanning over a century, the Albanian Red Cross has been at the forefront of disaster preparedness and response efforts, from addr...
Dominica Building Resilience Through Community Early Warning Systems
04 Sep 2024
Setting the Scene Dominica is highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, the impacts of which have already been experienced wh...
Preparing for the Disasters in Harsh Weather Conditions: Positioning Disaster Management within the Climate Framework
27 Aug 2024
Picture this: A powerful earthquake strikes, and thousands flee to a gymnasium-turned-shelter. Instead of finding safety, evacuees face a new threat: ...
Accelerating Climate Action through University Students in Indonesia
17 Jul 2024
The Coastal City Resilience and Heat Action Project (CoCHAP) stands as a testament to collaborative resilience-building efforts supported by the USAID...
Scaling Up Resilience: How Red Cross of Montenegro is Transforming Flood Preparedness
09 Jul 2024
From earthquakes and floods to COVID-19 and population movements, the Red Cross of Montenegro plays a pivotal role in bolstering the nation’s ca...
Empowering Communities, Influencing National Change: The Mexican Red Cross’ Approach to Flood Resilience
05 Jun 2024
Leading the way in strengthening community resilience, the Mexican Red Cross is at the forefront of impactful disaster preparedness and risk reduction...
Future of Urban for Red Cross Red Crescent
09 May 2024
THIS THOUGHT PIECE IS ORIGINALLY WRITTEN FOR IFRC SOLFERINO ACADEMYAuthors: Aynur Kadihasanoglu (lead author), Julie Arrighi and Ian O’Donnell F...
Digital mapping the cities and communities to understand risks and vulnerabilities
20 Apr 2024
Around ending of December to January month as a way of complimenting the achievements of the previous City-Wide Risk Assessment Tanzania Red Cross Soc...
Beating the Heat: American Red Cross’ Heat Wave Preparedness in Texas
19 Apr 2024
2023 was officially named the hottest year on record, marked by scorching heat waves across the globe. With heat waves projected to increase in both f...
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Inclusivity and actionability of volcanic hazard Early Warning System in Indonesia: Perspectives of persons with disabilities
Authors and Collaborators: Pradytia Pertiwi, Moya Martiningtyas, Duma Manurung, and Fadhliah Saprowi, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia Fega Pangestika, University College London, United Kingdom; Cerdas Antisipasi Risiko Indonesia (CARI) Mizan Bustanul Fuady Bisri, Kobe University, Japan; Cerdas ... Read More
Research
Community-developed Early Warning and Early Action Systems: The Case of South Omo Communities in Ethiopia
Authors: Tirsit Sahledingle and Desalegn Amsalu, Institute of Ethiopian Studies, Addis Ababa University This research delves into the Indigenous early warning and early action systems developed by the agro-pastoralist communities in South Omo, Ethiopia, to respond to natural disasters, particularly... Read More
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Climate & YOUth Summit 2024 — The role of youth in climate action
About the Event We are excited to be inviting you to the 4th virtual Climate & YOUth Summit! The online Climate & YOUth Summit 2024, organized by the RCRC Climate Centre, IFRC, American Red Cross, in partnership with the Norwegian Red Cross and the Big Six Youth Organizations Global Youth Mo... Read More
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Protected: DRR in FCV Contexts: Capacity Building and Training Materials
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Protected: DRR in FCV Contexts: Conflict Analysis Tools
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Guidance material, Manual, Training material
Protected: DRR in FCV Contexts: Tool Repository
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Protected: Navigating Fragility, Conflict and Violence to strengthen community resilience: A handbook for DRR practitioners
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Consultancy Opportunity for Graphic/Multimedia Designer
The American Red Cross’ (AmCross) International Services Department (ISD) is seeking a graphic and multimedia designer to create a series of user-friendly learning products using existing research reports developed by AmCross. The designer would be responsible for leading the layout and re-design ... Read More
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