16 Oct 2014
The 2014 World Disasters Report takes on a challenging theme that looks at different aspects of how culture affects disaster risk reduction (DRR) and how disasters and risk influence culture. The report asks, for example, what should be done wh...
Tags: Report, Video, Community Engagement and Accountability, Risk Assessment
05 Feb 2015
Abstract: Violence against women and girls (VAWG) has negative impacts on physical and mental health. Health care settings provide a unique opportunity to identify VAWG survivors, provide critical support services, and prevent future harm. Ample stud...
Tags: Guidance material, Report, Hurricane / Typhoon / Cyclone, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, Women and Gender in Disaster Management
31 Mar 2015
Maps have always been a source of fascination and intrigue. Today’s maps, however, can also help to save lives during disasters, document human rights abuses and monitor elections in countries under repressive rule. This presentation will expla...
Tags: Video, Early Warning Systems, Mapping and Geospatial Data, Mobile Technology