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10/14/24, 3:53 PM PRESSR: ADCMC releases research report highlighting role of education and community awareness in disaster preparedness — …
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 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.

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