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10/15/24, 4:33 PM ADCMC releases research report highlighting role of education and community awareness in disaster preparedness

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(MENAFN- Orient Planet Group) 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.

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

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