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Treaty on the Protection of Persons in the Event of Disasters

Avatar photo Heather Link 25 Jun 2026
In disaster response, timing is everything. A delayed shipment, a stalled visa, or unclear coordination can mean the difference between help arriving ...

From Forecasts to Action: Strengthening Preparedness in Somalia

Tanzeena Karim 25 Jun 2026
In April 2026, the Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS), with support from the Finnish Red Cross and ECHO, brought together 27 staff members, volunteers...

Voices of Preparedness: Khaled Rabeh, IFRC MENA region

Tanzeena Karim 23 Jun 2026
In this interview, Khaled Rabeh, Disaster Risk Manager Senior Officer at IFRC MENA, discusses the preparedness priorities, challenges, and actions sha...

The Ethiopian Red Cross’s Emergency Operations Centre Strengthens Crisis Response

Tanzeena Karim 28 Apr 2026
From conflict to climate-related disasters, this Emergency Operations Centre is transforming how the Ethiopian Red Cross monitors risks, coordinates r...

Beyond Individual Risk: Why Extreme Heat Demands a Systems Response

Avatar photo Cale Johnstone 18 Feb 2026
At a Glance Extreme heat becomes a disaster when it overwhelms the systems people rely on – housing, health, infrastructure, ecosystems, and soc...

Strengthening Community Resilience through Small Business Preparedness

Kelli Yugsi 10 Feb 2026
When disaster strikes-such as a flood, earthquake, hurricane, or a business-halting heat wave-it doesn’t just disrupt homes and lives; it also g...

Strengthening Early Warning Systems for All: Evidence and Lessons from Last-Mile Communities

Avatar photo Vladislav Kovalevski 06 Jan 2026
This report synthesizes findings from 15 GDPC-supported studies across 14 countries to examine why early warnings often fail to translate into timely,...

Ready Before It Hits – How The American Red Cross Uses Anticipatory Action To Stay Ahead of Disasters

Avatar photo Heather Link 08 Oct 2025
When most people think of “disaster relief,” they picture what happens after a hurricane or wildfire-volunteers distributing blankets, set...

Unpacking the Summer: Learning About Heat in Adelaide

Avatar photo Cale Johnstone 21 Jul 2025
Listening Over Coffee: Stories Behind the Data  The Post-Event Review Capability (PERC), developed by the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance, offers ...

From Assessment to Action: A New Tool to Support Urban Resilience

Avatar photo Vladislav Kovalevski 15 Jul 2025
Cities around the world are stepping up efforts to reduce disaster risk and build resilience. While many tools help identify vulnerabilities, the chal...

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Heat Action Day 2025 – Activities to #BeatTheHeat all around the World
Avatar photo Aynur Kadihasanoglu 01 Jul 2025
On Monday, June 2, 2025, we celebrated the 4th edition of Heat Action Day (HAD). As the impact of Heat Action Day spreads, our influence is a joy to q...
Strengthening Risk Governance from the Ground Up: Nepal’s MDRGA Tool in Action
Avatar photo Cale Johnstone 30 Apr 2025
Authors: Bhesh Parajuli | Cale Johnstone | Anil Rai Local Solutions for Local Risks Disaster risk is most acutely felt—and most effectively managedâ...
Telecross Redi: Heatwave Service
Avatar photo Mira Adam 17 Apr 2025
Extreme weather events pose significant risks to vulnerable populations, especially those who are isolated or have underlying health conditions. In re...
How GADRRRES Strengthens Global Resilience in the Education Sector Through the Comprehensive School Safety Framework
Avatar photo Rita Ewing 17 Mar 2025
Background Every child has the right to an education and should be allowed to learn in a safe environment. Worldwide, disasters, emergencies, shocks a...
Cities and climate resilience: reflections from the World Urban Forum 2024
Avatar photo Cale Johnstone 27 Nov 2024
Following the conclusion of COP29 this week, a critical area of discussion in climate mitigation and adaptation is the role of the urban context. Whil...
Putting children and youth at the centre of disaster risk reduction and community resilience building
Avatar photo Cale Johnstone 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 gener...
From Local Infrastructure to National Policies: How the Albanian Red Cross Leads the Way in Building Resilient Communities
Global Disaster Preparedness Center 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
Sarita Maurya 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
Avatar photo Yasuhiro Soshino 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
Avatar photo Aynur Kadihasanoglu 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...
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