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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 floods. Using a combination of spiritual, ecological, and technical knowledge, these community-led systems have been vital […]

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Fishers on the First Mile: Early Warning Early Action by Traditional Fishers of Southwestern India

Authors: Max Martin, Department of Life Sciences, Christ University, Bengaluru; visiting research fellow, School of Glob-al Studies, University of Sussex, UK The study examines how traditional fishers in Thiruvananthapuram, southwestern India, respond to early warning systems (EWS) in the context of increased risks due to climate change and extreme weather. The region is home to

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From Local Infrastructure to National Policies: How the Albanian Red Cross Leads the Way in Building Resilient Communities

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With a rich history spanning over a century, the Albanian Red Cross has been at the forefront of disaster preparedness and response efforts, from addressing local emergencies to promoting long-term community resilience. Fatos Xhengo, the Coordinator of the Disaster Preparedness and Response Program, brings over 30 years of experience to his role. In this DRM

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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-

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Preparing for the Disasters in Harsh Weather Conditions: Positioning Disaster Management within the Climate Framework

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Picture this: A powerful earthquake strikes, and thousands flee to a gymnasium-turned-shelter. Instead of finding safety, evacuees face a new threat: a heat wave pushes indoor temperatures to a stifling 36°C (97°F), with no air conditioning due to widespread power outages. This scenario, increasingly likely due to climate change, is what the Japanese Red Cross

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Towards tighter ropes. How to reinforce resilience at scale: insights from the RRR project in the Gaibandha and Kurigram districts of Bangladesh

The accelerating impact of the climate crisis must be an impetus for swift, scaled, and holistic efforts to reinforce community resilience across Bangladesh. Insights from a new evaluation report illustrate what can be achieved, and may serve as inspiration for renewed efforts on strengthening resilience. This two-pager summarises insights from two reports — the evaluation

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Jamuna baseline. Baseline study for the project: Joint actions for mitigating climate uncertainties and natural adversities (JAMUNA), 2024-2028

This baseline study for new project by Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) and Swiss Red Cross (SRC) in four districts of Bangladesh’s Jamuna basin illustrates extreme levels of vulnerability and sensitivity to climate stressors. Using the IFRC versions of the resilience radar (survey-based) and resilience star (discussion-based), the study shows that resilience is low: the

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Resilience amidst the river. Project evaluation: Reinforcing rural resilience (RRR) through a string National Society

The evaluation of the RRR project is a powerful case study of efforts to strengthen community resilience. Implemented by Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) and Swiss Red Cross (SRC) between 2021 and 2024, the project reached a population of 235,200 across 88 communities in Bangladesh’s north-western districts of Kurigram and Gaibandha. With holistic programming and

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Scaling Up Resilience: How Red Cross of Montenegro is Transforming Flood Preparedness

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From earthquakes and floods to COVID-19 and population movements, the Red Cross of Montenegro plays a pivotal role in bolstering the nation’s capacity to address diverse humanitarian challenges. Beyond immediate crisis response, the Red Cross actively contributes to a more resilient future through its preparedness and risk reduction initiatives. Bringing over 25 years of experience

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