Executive Order 51 also known as the Milk Code of the Philippines and its Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations, one of the most stringent regulations […]
Opinion: Can We Truly Prepare for ‘The Big One’?
In the Philippines, the prospect of 'The Big One'—a massive…
Prioritizing Climate Resilience: Why Governments Must Invest More in Green Infrastructure
In the face of escalating climate change impacts, prioritizing climate…
Data Privacy: Key to Resilience
During natural or artificial disasters, the urgency to safeguard data…
Ensuring Emergency Accessibility for People with Disabilities: A Global and National Imperative
As we confront an era marked by increasing natural disasters…
Can Local Action Strengthen Community Resilience Against Global Risks?
In an era defined by unprecedented global challenges, the Philippines…
Plastics for Resilience
Join Us for the Plastics For Resilience (PFR) Project Launch! In anticipation of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, we are excited to announce the upcoming Plastics For Resilience (PFR) initiative! This project aims to transform plastic waste into innovative disaster preparedness and response solutions in the Philippines! Event Details: Date: October 12 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Asian Institute of Management, Makati, Philippines What to Expect: - Insightful presentations from experts on the plastic crisis and disaster risks. - Introduction of the PFR Hackathon and Expo, where creativity meets sustainability! - Networking opportunities with community leaders, innovators, and stakeholders. Let’s work together to turn plastic waste into valuable tools for resilience! Stay tuned for more updates,…
Supporting Recovery: World Bank Provides $30M Grant to Vanuatu
The World Bank has provided a $30M grant to aid…
Eastern Samar Town Appeals for Aid as Floods Destroy Homes and Crops
Jipapad, a municipality in Eastern Samar, is grappling with the…
Proactive Disaster Management in Pakistan: A Gender-Inclusive Approach
Pakistan faces growing challenges from natural disasters, exacerbated by climate…
Empowering Communities Through Localized Disaster Preparedness
The Philippines faces frequent natural disasters, making effective preparedness vital.…
The Philippines’ Transition to Clean Energy: Challenges and Opportunities
The Philippines faces a critical juncture in its shift toward…
Who’s ready for Alert Level 5?
What the rest of the country doing in preparation for a catastrophic explosion of Taal Volcano? On the surface, it appears that Taal Volcano is […]
Questioning Science: The wisdom in doubting Phivolcs findings and clamoring to ignore science and data
Doubting is as human as any other rational exercise we could think of. Experience tells us that sometimes, a healthy dose of doubt or skepticism does make a world of difference.