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Introduction

Welcome to the Disaster and Risk Management Course tailored for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
In today's volatile world, the need for effective disaster preparedness and risk management strategies has never been more critical.
This comprehensive course aims to equip NGO professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively respond to and mitigate the impact of disasters, ensuring the safety and well-being of communities they serve.
Join us for an enriching five-day journey toward becoming more effective agents of change in the field of disaster and risk management within the NGO sector.
Together, let's build a safer and more resilient future for all.

Objectives

1. Understand the fundamentals of disaster management principles and practices.
2. Learn to assess and analyse various types of risks and vulnerabilities.
3. Develop strategies for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
4. Gain insights into the role of NGOs in disaster management and coordination with other stakeholders.
5. Enhance skills in community engagement, advocacy, and capacity building for resilience.

Who Should Attend?

• NGO professionals involved in disaster response and management.
• Community organizers and volunteers engaged in disaster relief efforts.
• Policy makers and government officials responsible for disaster risk reduction.
• Anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of disaster management in the NGO sector.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts
• Post-assessment

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Course Agenda

The course agenda will be as follows:
• Technical Session 08.30-10.00 am
• Coffee Break 10.00-10.15 am
• Technical Session 10.15-12.15 noon
• Coffee Break 12.15-12.45 pm
• Technical Session 12.45-02.30 pm
• Course Ends 02.30 pm