Reg. No.

WS002

Name of Organization

World Meteorological Organization (WMO)

Title

Prevention and Mitigation of Disasters related to Weather, Climate and Water

Tel.

+81-22-730-8958

Fax

+81-22-730-8023

E-mail

pla@wmo.int

URL

www.wmo.int

Abstract

Abstract Statistics show that more than 65 per cent of the economic losses due to natural disasters and nearly 90 per cent of people killed were due to disasters related to weather, climate and water. Recent scientific studies also indicate that the number of extreme events and their intensity might also increase due to global climate change. WMO through its major programmes and the National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) put specific emphasis on natural disaster prevention and mitigation. A new major WMO cross-cutting programme on Natural Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has recently been established to respond more effectively to the natural disaster reduction challenge and ensure further integration and synergetic approach across programmes and interested organizations. Japan Meteorological Agency will present examples of national and international contribution of the NMHSs in this field. Reliable information on weather and climate allows for improved decision-making, which has the potential to mitigate the impacts of disasters. Early warning protects life and property, provided that it can reach the target communities in timely and suitable manner, combined with awareness programmes and risk evaluation, disaster prevention and other preparedness measures. THORPEX is a relevant example of research activities being developed to accelerate improvements in the skill of 1 to 14 days forecast of high impact weather. The universal and equitable access to warnings and information results in reducing loss of life and property
caused by disasters to a minimum. The information society, fostering ICT development, E-environment and
E-science strengthens NMHSs in producing and delivering information, warnings and comprehensive and effective
services to their population in support to safety of lives and property and the general welfare and convenience of the people.

Venue

 Room 301 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

All Day (Friday) 21 January

Reg. No.

WS003

Name of Organization

American Friends Service Committee

Title

Advocacy Work with Vulnerable Populations as a Form of Mitigation

Tel.

415-565-0201 extension 12

Fax

415-0204

E-mail

smcneil@afsc.org

URL

www.afsc.org/emap

Abstract

 "A shift in the focus from relief to sustainable development is occurring.  The current situation calls for　bring[ing] together local, national, and international policymakers as well as civil society and community groups."
The First Announcement for the World Conference on Disaster Reduction
Advocacy Work as a Form of Mitigation
Some American Friends Service Committee Experiences With Vulnerable Populations in Wartime and in Disasters
PowerPoint Presentation Based on the following outline:
The Americanization of the American Red Cross:  Internment and Relocation of Japanese and Japanese Americans in World War II
 
From Federal Office of Emergency Services to Federal Emergency Management Assistance (FEMA) 
1960s  Mississippi Gulf poor communities and federal bureaucracy response
Impact of Immigration Reform and Control Act 1986
Loma Prieta Earthquake of 1989
California Citrus Freeze of 1998
 Building NGO Cooperation  After Turkey 1999 Earthquake
From Earthquake Relief to Sustainable Development
El Salvador 2001-2004   
9/11/2001 - Homeland Security and US PATRIOT Act
California Winter of 2001
Southern California Fires of 2003
Taking Community Experiences Into Policy Reforms
Project Voice Immigrant Work
Washington, D.C. Office of AFSC

Venue

 Room 3B at Kobe International Exhibition Hall

Date and Time

AM (Tuesday) 18 January

Reg. No.

WS004

Name of Organization

Asian Disaster Reduction and Response Network (ADRRN)

Title

Enhancing Effectiveness in Disaster Risk Management Through Partnership

Tel.

81 78 262 5550/5551

Fax

81 78 262 5554

E-mail

izumi@un.org /president@mercy.org.my

URL

http://www.adrrn.net

Abstract

Disaster risk management is an area undertaken by many players.  Lack of collaboration remains a great challenge.  Multi-sectoral partnership can enhance effective disaster risk management and as such, a regional network as a platform for partnership is highly beneficial.  The Asian Disaster Reduction and Response Network (ADRRN) is one such platform which brings together NGOs and other key stakeholders including UN OCHA and ADRC.  Topics covered include: 1. The Great Hanshin Awaji Earthquake - Reflecting Ten Years and Lessons Learnt by Japanese NGOs.  2. Ensuring effective Disaster Response through TDRM - Emerging challenges to Governments, International Organisations and Civil Society.  3. Disaster Risk Management in Asia - The Importance of a Network.  4.  Formal and Informal Networking for Earthquake Risk Management in Nepal.  5.  Bridging the Gap between Knowledge and Practice.  6.  Mobilising Communities in a Disaster - The Sri Lankan Experience.  This forum aims to expose the public to a gathering of experts with an interactive session for the audience.  It offers a wealth of experience in managing disasters from earthquakes to severe floods.  It is hoped that lessons can be learnt, and highlight the role each individual and organisation can play in reducing disasters.

Venue

 Room 501 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM  (Saturday) 22 January

Reg. No.

WS006

Name of Organization

United Nations University (UNU)

Title

Preparing for the Unforeseen: Reducing Risk and Vulnerability to Urban Disasters

Tel.

81-3-3499-2811

Fax

81-3-3499-2828

E-mail

Herath@hq.unu.edu

URL

http://www.unu.edu/

Abstract

Ensuring human secutrity is one of the priority areas for a sustainable urban development.  Rapid change of urban landscape and ever-increasing expansion bring about unexpected risks to urban communities. Mega cities are expanding not only in the 2dimensional surface, but also vertically both upward and downward. Most of the time such expansion is carried out without adequate knowledge on the associated risks. Especially the underground expansions are vulnerable to flooding, or fires, explosions, etc. Often the risks associated with these developments are unknown, as they have not been used sufficiently long to be exposed to extreme events. One way of overcoming the difficulty of lack of past experience is to model the risks by simulating the physical phenomena and their impact on people and property located in a given location at a given time. This session will therefore focus on assessing and reducing human vulnerability to disasters by looking at the dynamic behavioral patterns of the urban communities to understand the vulnerabilities brought about by urban life style,
especially those related to increased utilization of underground spaces and large concentrations in potentially
vulnerable areas. It will highlight methodologies to utilize high resolution dynamic spatial information related to
urban infrastructure, human behavior and incorporating them in multi-hazard risk assessment to facilitate
implementation of appropriate mitigation measures.

Venue

Room 501 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

WS007

Name of Organization

BGR, GTZ, InWent and partner organizations from Thailand, Bolivia, Mozambique,
El Salvador, Vietnam, Zimbabwe, Afghanistan

Title

Capacity Building and Utilization of Technology for Disaster Risk Reduction

Tel.

 49-2434-828

Fax

 49-2434-836

E-mail

katastrophenvorsorge@dkkv.org

URL

Abstract

Participants of the event will be German organisations (BGR, GTZ, InWEnt) and their partner organisations from Thailand (Department for Mineral Resources), Bolivia (district administration), El Salvador (community organisation), Vietnam (ADPC), Mozambique (INGC) , Zimbabwe (Civil Protection Unit), Afghanistan (Kabul University) and India (Disaster Management Institute).The side event will discuss different aspects of "Capacity Building and utilization of technology for Disaster Risk Reduction". The Partners will provide short presentations on  the different types of approaches used on community, sub-national, national and regional levels. "Capacity Building" stands for human resources and organizational development. Processes of organizational and institutional change towards a greater effectiveness in the field of Disaster Management and Prevention are supported through dialogue, training and advising profesional and management staff at individual, organizational and society level. The inputs will be followed by a panel discussion on possible share of technology and the use and implementation of management and technological know how by national and regional disaster prevention initiatives/networks in developing countries.
The discussion will be guided by a moderator and will be open to questions from the public.  The question of a possible transfer of technology as well as the issue of human resource development will become key points of the discussion. Questions to be answered are:"What are the existing frameworks at the different levels?"What is the understanding of adapted technology at local, sub-national, national and regional level ?" How can the use of modern technological know how be linked to the policy makers? "  How can we we reach the best possible added value of capacity building? "Which are the main fields for capacity building in the field of disaster prevention?

Venue

 Room 501 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Friday) 21 January

Reg. No.

WS009

Name of Organization

Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters - CARD

Title

Planning to Prosper: Building Social and Economic Strength Through Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response Activities

Tel.

510-451-3140

Fax

510-451-3144

E-mail

MsAMJones@aol.com  and CARD_Proj@yahoo.com

URL

www.FirstVictims.org   and www.PrepareNow.org

Abstract

In the October 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake and the October 1991 Oakland Hills Firestorm all levels and disciplines of emergency services responded immediately, bravely and with honor.  Yet many frail, frightened seniors were unable to access services; children were left with unprepared caregivers; non-English speakers felt fearful and isolated; and others with special needs such as medical dependency fell through every crack in our emergency response system. With round-the-clock media coverage and billions of dollars of far-reaching financial damage, these disasters challenged us. We had to question virtually every aspect of what it takes for all people in a community to survive and successfully move forward in emergencies and large-scale disasters.Over the course of many years, by working with hundreds of community based organizations to incorporate the diverse needs of their vulnerable clients, an alternative approach to disaster preparedness and emergency mobilization was developed. By adopting a simple, standardized, skills-based leadership training program, targeted at community agencies and non-traditional responders, CARD (Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters) is helping to build the resilience and response capacity of many local jurisdictions. By working with government and private funders to make disaster preparedness a beneficial and sometimes required deliverable, many unexpected results have been created. This presentation will also address the necessary shift away from fear-based messages, and the social and economic benefits of creating an inclusive response model where diverse community assets can be effectively mobilized for public benefit.Submitted by:Ana-Marie Jones, Executive Director CARD - Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters
www.FirstVictims.org

Venue

 Room 501 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

PM (Saturday) 22 January

Reg. No.

WS011

Name of Organization

ENTICO Cooporation LTD

Title

Earth Observation and Research Initiatives for Disaster Preparedness

Tel.

44-2077992222

Fax

44-2073402868

E-mail

ab@entico.com

URL

http://www.entico.com

Abstract

'This workshop will explore the role that the Earth Observation and geological research has, and the initiatives which are taking place, in preparing institutions, other organisations, and local people for disaster reduction.  With input from organisations including NOAA, ESA and the Swiss Federal Institute, the event will outline expertise and different abilities in providing solutions in monitoring, risk assessment, and early warning for disaster reduction. This will be placed in context of capacity building for local people and institutionalised preparedness in order that disaster reduction can be effected, in concert, at different levels of organisation.  The workshop will take the form of a number of short presentations from experts within IGO, national government and independent research organisations, followed by questions and answers. The focus of the workshop will be on discusion with audience participation. There will also be an opportunity for participants and presenters to discuss these issues after the event.

Venue

 Room 2B at Kobe International Exhibition Hall

Date and Time

AM (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

WS012

Name of Organization

Nokia Corporation

Title

Effective communication solutions for first responders and emergency management

Tel.

35-8718065970

Fax

35-8718065931

E-mail

tapio.j.makinen@nokia.com

URL

http://www.nokia.com

Abstract

This workshop will give overview information package and share usage experiences of new digital communication technologies for emergency management and first responders.  It summarizes evolution trends of communications technology and describes usage areas of public cellular and professional mobile radio networks. Workshop analyses and explains with practical real life examples how modern digital communication systems brings situation awareness to the field units and emergency rooms, enables real interoperability between organizations and secures confidentiality in communications. Experiences in the field - how digital communications benefit first responders in case examples: incidents, floods, snowstorms. Workshop will analyze also financial aspect with total cost of ownership model  in communication systems and especially in shared multi-agency communication networks with shared applications. Rapid deploment communication systems will be investigated.

Venue

Room 2B at Kobe International Exhibition Hall

Date and Time

AM (Thursday) 20 January

Reg. No.

WS013

Name of Organization

US Department of State

Title

Intersection of Animal and Human Issues in Disasters

Tel.

(81-3) 3224-5112

Fax

(81-3) 3224-5291

E-mail

Robert.T.Tanaka@aphis.usda.gov

URL

Abstract

The session will conclude with a roundtable discussion where a panel consisting of the speakers and possibly other invited experts will yield to questions from the audience. The aim of the presentations and discussion is to inform emergency managers about the potential of the emerging ideas on linking Animal welfare and human welfare into emergency management decision-making processes. The exchange of ideas is expected to preserve sustainable development after a crisis and reduce the spread of disease and hunger during a disaster.

Venue

 Room 401/402 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Saturday) 22 January

Reg. No.

WS014

Name of Organization

US Department of State

Title

Risk Reduction and Indigenous Populations

Tel.

202-647-5070

Fax

202-647-4628

E-mail

roederla@state.gov, roederaway@yahoo.com

URL

Abstract

Session Goals and Objectives:   Indigenous populations are often neglected in the development of risk reduction policy.  This session will explore an experiment in disaster information management in New Mexico and Arizona with the Pueblo and Navajo Indian nations that could be a model for assisting indigenous populations as well as small island nations and other remote, at risk-populations.  A key aspect  will be to examine how to protect culturally sensitive information.The session will conclude with a roundtable discussion where a panel consisting of the speakers and possibly other invited experts will yield to questions from the audience. The aim of the presentations and discussion is to inform emergency managers about the potential of the emerging ideas on disaster information management and how emergency telecommunications can be used to help indigenous populations gain access to space-based remotely sensed data and other information critical to understanding risk and then take appropriate mitigation steps.  Organizers hope for a very interactive discussion with the audience.Background:   The panel will look for ways to develop more effective early warning, evacuation and preparedness measures aimed at indigenous populations.  Dealing with these issues requires a junction of cultural sensitivity, science, and economic development theory.

Venue

Room 2B at Kobe International Exhibition Hall

Date and Time

PM (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

WS016

Name of Organization

ProVention Consortium

Title

Applied Research Grants for Disaster Risk Reduction for young professionals from developing countries

Tel.

00. 41. 22. 730. 44. 98

Fax

00. 41. 22. 733. 03. 95

E-mail

bruno.haghebaert@ifrc.org

URL

http://www.proventionconsortium.org

Abstract

'The ProVention Consortium Applied Research Grants Program, first launched at The World Bank in 2002, provides small grants for innovative research projects in order to promote the development of young professionals from developing countries dedicated to reducing disaster risk. The Disaster Management Centre of the University of Wisconsin is currently coordinating the program for ProVention in collaboration with the Hazard Management Unit at The World Bank and the Asian Disaster Preparedness Centerin Thailand. Research projects focus on the links between disasters, poverty and the environment and fall into three general categories: hazard and risk identification, risk reduction and risk sharing/transfer. Some 65 grants were awarded in 2003 to researchers from 27 developing countries. More information on the Grants Program is available from the ProVention Consortium Web site at http://www.proventionconsortium.org/projects/appliedres.htm Given the success of the grants program and wide interest to develop the initiative further ProVention plans to launch a new round of grants in 2005 and sees the WCDR as an ideal forum for organizing a workshop on this topic. Don Schramm, Director of the Disaster Management Centre of the University of Wisconsin, will coordinate this event, involving an official launch of the new grants program as well as presentations by two past grantees on the use and outcome of their applied research.

Venue

Room 502 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Saturday) 22 January

Reg. No.

10001

Name of Organization

Hyogo Prefectural Goverment, OCHA Kobe, Asian Disaster Reduction Center

Title

Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2005

Tel.

+81-78-262-5540

Fax

E-mail

rep@adrc.or.jp

URL

http://www.adrc.or.jp

Abstract

The conference will be participated by approximately 200 people including high dignitaries and officials, mainly from Asian countries, along with the general public, representatives of various UN agencies and international/regional organizations. At the conference, a wide range of up-to-date information will be shared, and stronger relationships will be provided. A reporting session of good practices in Asian countries will be the main component of the meeting.

Venue

Room 301 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

10002

Name of Organization

NPO Life Safety Support Organization

Title

Preparedness for a big earthquake

Tel.

+81-6-6456-1010

Fax

+81-6-6456-1073

E-mail

ohishi@npo-lso.info

URL

http://www.npo-lso.info

Abstract

Venue

Room 503-504-505 at International Conference Center

Date and Time

All Day (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

10003

Name of Organization

The General Insurance Association of Japan

Title

Radio forum to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake-The role of radio in a time of earthquake disaster

Tel.

+81-3-3255-1215

Fax

+81-3-3255-1236

E-mail

consumer@sonpo.or.jp

URL

http://www.sonpo.or.jp

Abstract

The General Insurance Association of Japan and the Radio Committee of the National Association of Commercial Broadcasters in Japan will jointly hold a radio forum as a part of the annual earthquake insurance promotion campaign. The aim of this forum is to improve the public with an improved understanding of earthquake insurance and its dissemination. The earthquake insurance is operated by the government and private insurance companies based on the Earthquake Insurance Law.
With the participation of 101 presenters from the 101 radio stations represented in the forum, two keynote speeches will be delivered under the themes of "Expectation for the Earthquake Insurance and Radio Broadcasting" and "The Role of Radio in the time of an Earthquake". Panelists, who experienced earthquakes and other natural disasters, will discuss the role of radio broadcasting in the time of disasters and seek more effective ways to provide necessary information to the public.

Venue

Main Hall at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

PM (Saturday) 22 January

Reg. No.

10004

Name of Organization

THE GENERAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION OF JAPAN

Title

Exploration for Disaster Prevention Forum - Seeking a future course for disaster

Tel.

+81-3-3255-1294

Fax

+81-3-3255-1236

E-mail

npo@sonpo.or.jp

URL

http://www.sonpo.or.jp

Abstract

The "Exploration for Disaster Prevention Forum" will be held to promote disaster prevention education for elementary school students. This is the joint auspices of the General Insurance Association of Japan, the Asahi Shimbun which is one of Japan's leading newspapers, UNESCO and the Nippon Volunteer Network Active in Disaster.The "Exploration for Disaster Prevention" is designed to guide children to discover the importance of person to person relations in disaster prevention. Through enjoyable explorations in their town, they find various disaster/crime prevention facilities and equipment.The "Exploration for Disaster Prevention Forum" will be organized into the following 3 sections. - Video introduction of the "Exploration for Disaster Prevention" activities which are carried out in many parts of the nation - Award ceremony of the "Exploration for Disaster Prevention Map" contest - Panel discussion on disaster prevention education

Venue

Room 301 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

PM (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

10005

Name of Organization

APN, WHO Centre for Health Development, Hyogo Prefectural Government

Title

APN/WHO Session: Climate Calamities and Human Health

Tel.

+81-78-230-8017

Fax

+81-78-230-8018

E-mail

tmitani@apn.gr.jp

URL

http://www.apn.gr.jp

Abstract

Climate change is already increasing the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, and to tackle such disasters, a wide variety of knowledge, wisdom and resources needs to be mobilized and effectively integrated. With this in mind, institutions and centres in Kobe formed a Disaster Reduction Alliance (DRA) with a goal to synergize international cooperation towards disaster reduction. As part of a DRA initiative, APN and WHO Centre for Health Development are seeking for a joint session at the WCDR.

Venue

Room 301 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Saturday) 22 January

Reg. No.

10007

Name of Organization

City of Kobe

Title

Sewerage System Symposium on Countermeasures against Earthquake

Tel.

+81-78-322-5449

Fax

+81-78-322-6088

E-mail

gesui_keikaku@office.city.kobe.jp

URL

Abstract

In January 2005, ten years will have passed since the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake.The Sewerage System Symposium on Countermeasures against Earthquake is one of the activities which aims to communicate information about earthquakes from the stricken area of Kobe to other countries and related administrative bodies.This symposium aims to be useful for future safe urban planning by introducing the damage and the process of restoration and reconstruction of the sewer system based on our experiences in the earthquake.

Venue

Main Hall at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

PM (Friday) 21 January

Reg. No.

10008

Name of Organization

Hyogo Prefectural Government Board of Education,

Title

10th Anniversary's Meeting for Reconstruction of Education from the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake

Tel.

+81-78-362-9441

Fax

+81-78-362-4283

E-mail

shinichirou_kitagawa@pref.hyogo.jp

URL

Abstract

Venue

Main Hall at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

10009

Name of Organization

Hyogo Prefectural Government Board of Education, National Center for Teacher's Development

Title

Seminar for Training Leaders of the Schools' Safety

Tel.

+81-78-362-9441

Fax

+81-78-362-4283

E-mail

shinichirou_kitagawa@pref.hyogo.jp

URL

Abstract

Venue

Main Hall at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

PM (Thursday) 20 January

Reg. No.

10010

Name of Organization

Institute of Social Safety Science, ISSS

Title

1st International Conference on Urban Disaster Reduction

Tel.

+81-3-3615-3026

Fax

+81-3-3615-4639

E-mail

icudr@zat.att.ne.jp

URL

Abstract

Goals of the first International Conference on Urban Disaster Reduction are 1) to review lessons learned from long term recovery processes from such recent catastrophic disasters as the 1995 Hanshin Awaji Earthquake, the 1999 Chi-Chi earthquake, the 1999 Izmit earthquake and the 9.11 terrorist attack in New York and Washington in 2001, and 2) to share and exchange strategies that help disaster reduction practitioners and researchers in the global community to make initiatives in building a society where a sustainable hazard mitigation is incorporated as a fundamental element in the society.  These two issues will be addressed in plenary sessions that are scheduled in the mornings of the 18th and 19th.  Small group sessions follow in the afternoons.  Subsession topics include 1. Planning for Disaster Reduction, 2. Multi-Hazard Risk Assessment, 3. Tsunami Disaster Reduction, 4. Urban Disaster Reduction, 5. New Directions in GIS and Remote Sensing Technologies, 6.Disaster Management: Lessons learned and new, 7 Business Continuity Planning and Recovery, 8 Comparing Recovery Processes from Recent Earthquakes, and 9. Toward a Comprehensive Theory of Disaster Recovery.

Venue

1) Kobe Bay Sheraton Hotel & Towers
2) Room 2B, Kobe International Exhibition Hall

Date and Time

1) All Day 18/19/20 January  2)PM  20 January

Reg. No.

10011

Name of Organization

Flood Disaster Prevention Division

Title

A symposium of the public consciousness education against the flood disaster

Tel.

029-864-7619

Fax

E-mail

miz2000@anet.ne.jp

URL

http://www.nilim.go.jp/lab/rcg/newhp/english/index.html

Abstract

It is important that residents become conscious of flood disaster to cope with flood vulnerability .The government sector has been estimating the flood risk area by area . It is notified to residents to be conscious about it .However, it is not known well because it is difficult to understand .It will be discussed in this symposium with the subjects of measures for getting high consciousness of residents .

Venue

Room 502 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

AM (Wednesday) 19 January

Reg. No.

10013

Name of Organization

University of Hyogo, College of Nursing Art & Science The 21st Center of Excellence Program

Title

Disaster and Health: Seeking Optimal Strategies for Restoring People's Health after Disaster

Tel.

+81-78-925-9610

Fax

+81-78-925-0872

E-mail

tomoe_watanabe@cnas.u-hyogo.ac.jp

URL

http://www.coe-cnas.jp/index.html

Abstract

Various disasters, both natural and man-made, such as floods, earthquakes,　wars, and terrorist attacks, occur all over the world. The ever-present threat of disasters caused by nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons is now a fact of daily life.   Medical care is identified and provided systematically at the period of emergency just after disaster occurrence. In mid and long-term phase, people of other areas begin to show less interest in the disaster, most of the support organizations from outside withdraw, and victims in the disaster area feel as if they were abandoned. On the other hand, it is necessary to identify knowledge about health conditions among people and/or care during mid and long-term after disaster.  This symposium will discuss about preparedness, health conditions among victims and/or health providers including volunteers, and care strategies during mid and long-term after disaster.

Venue

Shinsho Hall at the Kobe Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI)

Date and Time

PM (Tuesday) 18 January

Reg. No.

10014

Name of Organization

World Conference of Volutneers for Disaster （Secretariat:Nippon volunteer network action disaster)

Title

World Conference of Volunteers for Disaster

Tel.

+81-78-231-9011

Fax

+81-78-231-9022

E-mail

tanaka@nvnad.or.jp

URL

http://www.nvnad.or.jp/

Need for
Pre-registration

Need e-mail wcvd@nvnad.or.jp

Abstract

Since the Hanshin Awaji Great Earthquake hit Kobe in 1995, we have witnessed many volunteers spearheading activities to support those most affected, when disaster strikes.  A culture of volunteering for disaster relief has been built up for these 10 years.  Now our challenge over next 10 years is how to prepare ourselves and to reduce the risk of disasters by enhancing voluntary action.  For that end, it is important to compile, share and disseminate wisdom /best practice in volunteering and disaster reduction, and create a culture of disaster reduction. The conference aims to facilitate exchanges among international volunteer groups as well as other actors from private sector and civil society to increase knowledge of good practice in disaster reduction and establish a network to enable these organizations to collaborate further.

Venue

Room 502 at International Conference Center Kobe

Date and Time

All Day (Friday) 21 January