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Knowing vs. Doing: Closing the Preparedness Gap through Behaviour Change in Nepal
14 Sep 2026
Knowing vs. Doing: Closing the Preparedness Gap through Behaviour Change in Nepal Building on the strong results of its behaviour change work in healt...
Evaluating the Implementation and Effectiveness of Heat Action Plans
06 Aug 2026
Extreme heat is a deadly and growing threat to cities worldwide. As recognition of heat risks increases, local governments have begun developing Heat ...
Treaty on the Protection of Persons in the Event of Disasters
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 Geneva to Jaipur: How the World Came Together for Heat Action Day 2026
15 Jun 2026
Heatwaves are no longer a distant threat. They are becoming more frequent, longer, hotter, and deadlier – and every year they put millions of pe...
The Ethiopian Red Cross’s Emergency Operations Centre Strengthens Crisis Response
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
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
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
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
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
21 Jul 2025
Listening Over Coffee: Stories Behind the Data The Post-Event Review Capability (PERC), developed by the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance, offers ...
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08 Oct 2025
When most people think of "disaster relief," they picture what happens after a hurricane or wildfire—volunteers distributing blankets, setting up sh...
21 Jul 2025
Listening Over Coffee: Stories Behind the Data The Post-Event Review Capability (PERC), developed by the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance, offers ...
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...
14 Jul 2025
Across the United States, the American Red Cross is working to reduce disaster risks and strengthen the long-term resilience of the most vulnerable co...
03 Jul 2025
Authors: Mia Grace Ligutan, Seth Sarmiento, Steven Villena, Cale Johnstone Rising temperatures in the Philippines, particularly in urban areas ...
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...
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...
17 Apr 2025
Extreme weather events pose significant risks to vulnerable populations, especially those who are isolated or have underlying health conditions. In re...
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...
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...