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Haidar Omar Al Hashmi, Acting Executive Director of Prevention and Preparedness Sector

at the ADCMC, said: “Crises and disasters are significant challenges confronting societies, which
necessitate enhanced awareness of the associated risks. Education plays a vital role in this regard,

as it equips individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to understand and manage risks, as
well as disseminating information about potential risks and how to respond when they occur. At

the ADCMC, we are committed to developing studies, policies, and plans that contribute to

preventing potential crises and disasters and responding to them. We also emphasise the
importance of raising awareness and knowledge as a fundamental pillar for mitigating the impacts

of crises and disasters, thereby contributing to sustainable development and social security.”
The research report adopted a descriptive and comparative analytical research methodology to

examine the role of education in raising awareness to address disasters and crises. It features
various experiences from around the world, including the UAE, and outlines various key factors

that enhance the impact of education in responding to emergencies. This includes tailored crisis

and disaster preparedness and mitigation plan as well as understanding local crises and the
community characteristics of each region.

Additionally, the research report explored methods for acquiring disaster prevention techniques,

the capacity to rehabilitate areas affected by crises and disasters, and the availability of suitable
and effective tools. These tools include traditional educational resources such as lectures and

books, as well as methods to leverage technological advancements in developing simulation
models, virtual applications, and games that engage students in learning.

ADCMC seeks to enhance the readiness of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi through a range of studies,

researches, and proactive plans. The Centre's efforts focus on several key areas to improve

response to various crises, including joint drills with various government and private entities, and
collaboration with partners through the establishment of joint workshops to enhance cooperation

and knowledge exchange in the field of crisis management and disaster response. Additionally, it
is actively developing infrastructure to support rapid and effective crisis response. Through these

initiatives and carefully considered plans, ADCMC continues to enhance the readiness of the
Emirate of Abu Dhabi to face future challenges efficiently and effectively.