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Press Release

In collaboration with ‘TRENDS Research and Advisory’
ADCMC releases research report highlighting role of education and

community awareness in disaster preparedness

Abu Dhabi, UAE, October 13, 2024:
The Emergency, Crises and Disaster Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC), in collaboration

with the TERNDS Research and Advisory, has published a comprehensive research report
highlighting the significant role of education and community awareness initiatives in building the

capacities of individuals and communities to address risks associated with emergencies, crises,

and disasters.

The research report underscored how education serves as a key driver in the effective

implementation of disaster management mechanisms, including evacuation procedures, the use of
rescue equipment, communication with relevant disaster agencies, and the utilisation of technology

to access critical information during disasters. It highlighted the role of higher education
institutions in research and development, which is instrumental in enhancing community

resilience. The research report also emphasised the importance of integrating knowledge of risks
and disasters into educational curricula, even in countries that do not experience catastrophic

natural phenomena.

The release of the research report coincided with the International Day for Disaster Risk

Reduction, which was held under the theme ‘The Role of Education in Protecting and Empowering
Youth for a Disaster-Free Future’. In this context, the research report highlighted the critical role

of education as a foundational pillar in shaping a brighter future for young people, especially in
addressing the growing global challenges posed by natural disasters.