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Beginning today, GlobalAustin, in partnership with Meridian, is hosting a regional #IVLP delegation from Iceland, Türkiye, Lithuania, Romania, Greece, Bulgaria, and Cyprus for a project titled “Regional Cooperation on Disaster and Emergency Management.”⁠ ⁠ During their time in Houston, the delegation will be impacting the community by:⁠ • Examining best practices in emergency preparedness, management, planning, and coordination among federal, state, and local government and the private sector; • Investigating how various stakeholders anticipate and develop contingency plans for natural disasters, pandemics, technological hazards, and/or terrorism threats; • Analyzing the recruitment, training, leadership development, and funding for paid professionals and volunteer-based Emergency Management Service (EMS) personnel; and • Exploring public-private partnerships and programs that help communities heal from the trauma of disasters by offering leadership, restoring hope, and strengthening recovery plans. #ExchangesImpact #ExchangeMatters #IVLPCommunity #IAmDiplomacy #CitizenDiplomacy #PublicDiplomacy

The Sahel is one of the world's fastest-growing humanitarian and security crises, and its people and communities are bearing the cost. Our latest brief outlines the critical nature of continued strategic investment in the region and explores six tangible actions towards building sustainable peace: https://lnkd.in/d_gsnfpr

Emergency preparedness is at the heart of our mission. Thanks to the support of Agence Française de Développement, KSrelief , and Lebanese Red Cross the International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC conducted a drill at #RafikHaririUniversityHospital to enhance disaster and #emergencyresponse readiness. This exercise is part of our ongoing partnership efforts to improve readiness, test plans, and identify areas for enhancement in #emergencypreparedness.

🇮🇸🇸🇪🇳🇴🇩🇰🇫🇮The Nordic Host Nation Support (#HNS) Table-Top Exercise (#TTX), developed and delivered by Prepared International (PPI), together with the #IcelandicCivilProtection, has officially concluded.    🤝 This 3 full-day exercise, driven by our participants, provided a significant opportunity for countries from the Nordic Cooperation to come together and practice one of the three objectives of the #NordicCooperation for 2025: Having a resilient and functioning HNS system.    🇪🇺The exercise underscored the great availability of support to Iceland, primarily from Nordic Cooperation countries, as well as the UCPM, NATO, UN expertise, and colleagues from bilateral partnerships, such as the USA and the UK.   💡During the Hot Wash-Up, #PPI identified several lessons that will guide future exercises in Iceland and the broader Nordic region. Some of these lessons include:   ► There is no one-size-fits-all solution for HNS; each system is unique and requires a tailored design. However, it's crucial to understand each other's systems and learn from one another. ► The HNS training course designed by PPI for Iceland is essential. Participants in the exercise noted the significant advantages they gained thanks to the training course, when compared to their peers. ►  It is important to have more inclusive exercises that promote cooperation and collaboration across various levels of governance, including political, diplomatic, command chains, non-profit organizations, and neighboring nations at their respective levels of governance. ►  The Nordic engagement, knowledge sharing, and exchange of experiences have strengthened Nordic cooperation and identified shared objectives to enhance collaboration. ►  It's essential to have an HNS focal point from Iceland at the Nordic Cooperation to maintain communication and information sharing regarding HNS during disasters and preparedness. ►  Emphasize the importance of assessing the need for assistance. Despite individual countries’ efforts to remain self-sufficient, timely recognition and request of assistance avoids overloading the national system and improving overall emergency response.   🙏 PPI was delighted to witness the motivation and passion of Iceland's response community, as well as the strong commitment of the Nordic countries to HNS. It was an inspiring exercise for all involved. We extend our gratitude to the Icelandic Civil Protection for their hospitality. 🗓 PPI will continue its work on HNS next week in the beautiful #Caribbean to prepare for the next #Hurricane season. #CivilProtection #HostNationSupport #NordicCooperation #UCPM #EU #InternationalAssistance #ResilienceBuilding #PreparedInternational Photo Credits: PPI Archive

Would you like to know more about the outcomes of CORE EU-funded Project related to the analysis of different hazards as a conseguenze of the Case Study Framework we developed within the project? We will present the results at the Disasters Expo Europe in Messe Frankfurt on 15th and 16th of May 2024. Make sure you will join us! Click on the link to secure your FREE ticket: https://lnkd.in/gka4sygx Croce Rossa Italiana - Comitato di Vicenza - OdV #crocerossaitaliana #disasteranalysis #EUprojects #coreproject #crisismanagement #protezionecivile #gestioneemergenze

Three themes continue to guide the work of the GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Programme: 🚨 Anticipating and responding to disasters 📱 Understanding and providing connectivity in crisis 🤝 Putting inclusion at the centre of our approach Find out more about our approach and impact in the 2023 Annual Report 📚 https://bit.ly/3JmZoR1 #HumanitarianInnovation

🌍💧 This week, CEOs of the Water, Peace & Security (WPS) Partnership — IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, Deltares, HCSS - The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies, World Resources Institute, International Alert, and Wetlands International — met to reiterate their commitment to the partnership. Eddy Moors, Rector at IHE Delft, said: "It is becoming increasingly clear that the climate and water challenges we face are making the work of the WPS partnership invaluable. Together, we strive to turn cycles of water-related conflict into cycles of cooperation on water, through dialogue, training, and awareness."   The Water, Peace and Security (WPS) Partnership uses advanced technology to address the global water crisis and its impact on communities, ecosystems, and security. Founded in 2018, WPS creates tools that assist in identifying and mitigating water-related security risks. By fostering awareness and understanding, we support proactive measures in vulnerable regions like Mali, Iraq, Ethiopia, and Kenya. Our efforts aim to not only prevent water tension from escalating into conflict but also to transform water challenges into collaborative peacebuilding opportunities. Read more about us: https://lnkd.in/eVN2v56U

📢 Just In: Global #EarlyWarningTool June quarterly update 💧 The Water, Peace, and Security (WPS) Partnership highlights several areas of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East to watch over the next 12 months for insecurity fueled by water challenges https://lnkd.in/e35xETFn #WaterSecurity #WaterPeaceSecurity IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, Deltares, Wetlands International, International Alert, HCSS - The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies, World Resources Institute WRI Water

The Indo-Pacific Region is one of the world's most disaster-prone areas. It is home to more than half of the world's population. Many of its countries are located in areas prone to natural disasters and a series of terrible disasters have struck the region in recent years. It is crucial to boost humanitarian assistance and disaster relief capacities to make the region resilient to disasters. · What are the anticipated benefits of enhanced HADR collaboration in the Indo-Pacific region? · What role can regional organisations play in enhancing Indo-Pacific HADR cooperation? · How can modern technology be used to improve the response to disasters? · Can HADR operations be leveraged to encourage sustainable growth and prosperity in the region? Acknowledging the significance and relevance of HADR operations in the Indo-Pacific Region, the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) and the National Maritime Foundation (NMF), as part of the Observatory of Multilateralism in the Indo-Pacific, a research consortium kindly supported by the French Defence Ministry’s Directorate General for International Relations and Strategy (DGRIS), join us for a daylong conference for in-depth discussions, keynote addresses from leading experts, and to analyse the future of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations in the Indo-Pacific Region. Register now: https://lnkd.in/dSKUu5SA National Maritime Foundation- NMF European Council on Foreign Relations DGRIS - Direction générale des relations internationales et de la stratégie #indopacific #regionaldevelopment #regionalcooperation #disasterresponse #disasterrelief #assistance #maritime #maritimesecurity #security #collaboration #technology #sustainability

A step into the landscape of disaster response and global governance with Author Marta Cerafogli's detailed analysis of the aftermath of the powerful earthquakes that struck Turkey. Despite the absence of a specific legal framework for natural disasters, initiatives like the International Disaster Response Laws (IDRL) Guidelines and the Model Act for Disaster Relief aim to streamline international aid coordination. Involving over 1,400 emergency response personnel from more than twenty NATO allies and partners, we dive into the diverse range of assistance provided to Turkey and witness the collaborative efforts aimed at alleviating the suffering of affected populations. Discover the legal intricacies, international collaborations, and political ramifications in the wake of this tragedy. #GlobalGovernance #NATO #DisasterResponse read more at: https://lnkd.in/e2ksYVgW