Este informe forma parte de la serie de soluciones técnicas de la Alianza Zurich para la Resiliencia ante Inundaciones que pretende mejorar el alcance y el impacto de diversas metodologías y prácticas para la resiliencia. Esta solución técnica explora cómo la Cruz Roja Mexicana ha trabajado para fortalecer las capacidades sociales y la acción local […]
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This solution brief forms part of the Zurich Flood Resilience Alliance’s solutions series. The solution series aims to improve outreach and impact of such resilient practices at a global level. This brief explores how the Mexican Red Cross have worked to strengthen social capacities and local action through the formation and training of community brigades.
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Formed over centuries and adapted to local cultures and environments, the term “Traditional Knowledge” refers to the knowledge, practices, and behaviours of indigenous and local communities all around the world. In the context of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Traditional Knowledge lies in the accumulated experience that comes with the close relationship of Indigenous communities to
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Humanitarian Service Points (HSPs) are a global initiative and flagship of the IFRC Secretariat and National Societies in responding to the needs of migrants and displaced people. HSPs may be established by National Societies both in emergency response and in longer-term programmes. The objective of HSPs is to reduce risks and harms and contribute to
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CBRN emergencies are among the most alarming threats facing the world today. In modern warfare, there is increased risk of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons exposure and of nuclear emergencies due to damage to nuclear power plants. Most international agencies have action guidelines for the general population, but an urgent gap exists in
In this resource, several training documents from nine sessions on Environmental Emergencies Training are made available. Session no. 05: Introduction to FEAT.
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In this resource several training material and background documents are made available on the topic of Environmental Emergencies: Part 01: INSARAG guidance, checklists, a number of case studies and presentations.
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In this resource several training material and background documents are made available on the topic of Environmental Emergencies: Part 03: Environmental Guidelines (OCHA, FEAT…) guidance, checklists, a number of case studies and presentations.
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In this resource several training material and background documents are made available on the topic of Environmental Emergencies: Part 04: UN guidance, checklists, a number of case studies and presentations.
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In this resource, several training documents from nine sessions on Environmental Emergencies Training are made available. Session no. 01: Welcome and Introduction.
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