Karin Metz
Karin.Metz3@redcross.org
Berlin, Germany
Karin is currently working with the IFRC and the Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC) in support of the Alert Hub Initiative. Previously, she worked both at American Red Cross and IFRC as Knowledge Management and Research Officer. Karin holds a Master Degree in Geography from the Humboldt University in Berlin, Germany and Universidad de Oviedo, Spain.
Awareness material
This ‘Warnings Briefing Note’ focuses on ‘Inclusive Warnings’ and involving everyone in warning processes.
Awareness material
This ‘Warnings Briefing Note’ focuses on ‘Enhancing Warnings’.
Awareness material
This two-page overview introduces the IFRC Alert Hub Initiative, which aims to protect lives and livelihoods by expanding the use of the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) and increasing access to reliable, fast, and actionable early warning messages for...
Awareness material
This two-page brief outlines the implementation approach for the IFRC Alert Hub Initiative, which aims to strengthen early warning systems by increasing the use of the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) and expanding access to reliable, fast, and actiona...
Assessment or evaluation, Other type of resource
Up to date, 18 internationally operating organizations and companies plus Vint Cerf as an individual have endorsed the Call to Action on Emergency Alerting. This document highlights the process towards the Call to Action s as they have been put forwa...
Other type of resource, Presentation
Presentation of Uganda RC on their engagement in EWEA, presented at the RCRC CAP workshop, Oct. 7, 2021 This presentation shares Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) experience in convening government and partners to strengthen Early Warning Early Actio...
Other type of resource
Presentation on New Zealand RC Hazard’s App and use of CAP; presented at the RCRC CAP workshop, Oct. 7, 2021
Other type of resource
Presentation to introduce PAPE; presented at the RCRC CAP workshop, Oct. 7, 2021 This presentation introduces the importance of pairing emergency alerts with actionable, clear, and community-trusted guidance through Public Awareness and Public Educat...
Other type of resource, Presentation
Presentation to introduce the Common Alerting Protocol; presented at the RCRC CAP workshop, Oct. 7, 2021 This presentation provides an accessible introduction to the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) for Red Cross and Red Crescent actors, explaining why...