Disaster Risk Management in East Asia and the Pacific - 2010 Series

Beginning April 1st, 2010 and continuing through the year

Natural disasters are a main source of risk for the poor, present a serious obstacle to achieving sustainable social and economic development. Disasters affect the poor most severely thus, measures taken to manage hazards and reduce their impact provide an effective vehicle to make substantial advances in fight against poverty. The countries of East Asia and the Pacific are among the most vulnerable in the world to effects caused by disasters.

Partners

See also:

• Conducting Post-disaster Damage and Needs Assessments (PDNAs)
• Conducting multi-hazard risk assessments
• Microinsurance and its application in disaster risk management programs

Capacity Building for Climate & Disaster Resilience

program duration: February - April 2010
City-level implementation and monitoring will continue for years after formal program completion

Disaster in Mumbai, India Photo courtesy of CITYNET

Climate change is happening.

The Asia Pacific has experienced repeated destruction and loss of lives due to climate-induced and hydro-meteorological disasters. To avoid being struck unprepared, appropriate measures need to be taken.

This capacity-building program helps local governments manage current and potential risks,

CITYNET Yokohama Congress 2009 Kicks Off

September 10, 2009

CITYNET, an international network connecting over 100 cities and organizations, officially opened CITYNET Yokohama Congress 2009 on Tuesday in Yokohama, currently celebrating the 150th anniversary of the opening of its port.

Participants assembled from various parts of the Asia Pacific region and beyond at the waterfront Pacifico Yokohama convention complex, southwest of Tokyo. Yokohama Mayor Fumiko Hayashi, also CITYNET President, welcomed attendants to the opening session, followed by remarks from CITYNET First Vice President, Mumbai Mayor Shubha Raul and Bangkok Deputy Governor and CITYNET Second Vice President Chirakit Prakob as the four-day event kicked off.