The recent spate of typhoons that have battered the Philippines since the last quarter of the year has highlighted several critical lessons and underscored the […]
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Understanding Resilience: An Overview
In an era marked by unpredictable challenges—from natural disasters and infectious disease outbreaks to financial crises and social upheavals—resilience is the goal of effective disaster […]
Angeles City, Philippines: A Model of Resilience and Recovery
Angeles City, located in Central Luzon, Philippines, provides a compelling case study in resilience and recovery. After being devastated by the eruption of Mount Pinatubo […]
How Japan’s Tsunami Preparedness Can Inspire the Philippines
In the early evening of December 24, 1854, the people of Hiro, a coastal village in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, faced a dire situation. An 8.5 […]
Building Resilient Communities: A Guide for Barangay Leaders
In the heart of every community lies the aspiration for resilience—a steadfast ability to weather challenges and emerge stronger. For barangay leaders across the Philippines, […]
Living on the Edge and Preparing for the Shake
The Philippines, a beautiful archipelago nation, sits atop the Ring of Fire, a horseshoe-shaped zone in the Pacific Ocean notorious for volcanic activity and earthquakes. […]
Safeguarding Your Property
Essential Tips for Hurricane Mitigation Hurricanes are among the most devastating natural disasters, capable of causing widespread destruction in hours. As climate change intensifies, the […]
Building a Resilient Future
The Power of Land-Use Planning in a Changing World Building a Resilient Future: The Power of Land-Use Planning in a Changing World The Earth’s climate […]
In the Face of Calamity
Unveiling the Filipino Spirit of Resilience In the heart of the Pacific’s typhoon belt lies a nation that has become synonymous with resilience in the […]