🔎 Graphic & Multimedia Designer Needed The American Red Cross’ International Services Department is looking for a creative professional to develop user-friendly learning products from our existing research reports. This role involves re-designing several publications and creating a Whiteboard animation video series. For full details and application instructions, please see this page: https://lnkd.in/emF5_gDF
Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC)
Think Tanks
Washington, District of Columbia 10,137 followers
The GDPC is building a global community for disaster preparedness, innovation, and learning. Hosted by Red Cross & IFRC.
About us
The Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC) aims to prepare vulnerable communities for disasters by providing tools and services through the Red Cross and Red Crescent (RCRC) network. The GDPC creates an ecosystem for RCRC national societies and other practitioners to co-create their own preparedness initiatives by exploring existing solutions, building the evidence base through research and shared learning, designing solutions, and mobilizing support through partnerships.
- Website
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https://www.preparecenter.org/
External link for Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC)
- Industry
- Think Tanks
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- Preparedness, climate change, climate, disasters, resilience, red cross, heatwave, Humanitarian, research, innovation, red crescent, business continuity, hurricane, hazards, Technology, apps, immersive technology, gaming, and Disaster risk Reduction
Locations
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Primary
431 18th St NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20006, US
Employees at Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC)
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Jessica Ports Robbins
Senior Partnerships & Innovation Lead @ GDPC | PhD, International Development
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Aynur Kadihasanoglu
Urban Climate and Disaster Resilience Action
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Armond Mascelli
Consultant at the Global Disaster Preparedness Center
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Alicia Cabero
Gender Equality & Women's Rights Consultant | Facilitator
Updates
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📢 Funding Alert! The Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC) has launched a small research grants program focused on climate resilience in #cities. From governance to nature-based solutions and community innovations— the program seeks to build a stronger evidence base on #UrbanResilience. Researchers from low- and middle-income countries can receive up to $10,000 in funding to support their projects. Collaboration between institutions is highly encouraged! Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e3UtiZYU #ClimateResilience #ResearchFunding #DisasterPreparedness #FundingOpportunity ICLEI, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC, UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre
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Japan is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, facing a wide range of #NaturalHazards including earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons, floods, and heavy snowfall. Existing shelters struggle to provide a safe living space for people to find help after disaster strikes. Learn how the Japanese Red Cross Society focuses on improving #ShelterManagement to prepare for harsh weather conditions. Read more about the steps taken to improve #DisasterPreparedness in #Japan: https://lnkd.in/e2FRcm7v @Japanese Red Cross #EmergencyShelters #ClimateAdaptation #CommunitySafety #ResilientCommunities #EmergencyResponse #ClimateResilience
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In light of the recent #WorldHumanitarianDay, we’re excited to celebrate the courageous men and women around the world who dedicate their lives to helping others in times of crisis. Meet Goran Petrušić, Head of Logistics and Disaster Preparedness and Response Department at the Crveni krst Crne Gore / Red Cross of Montenegro, who brings over 25 years of experience in #DisasterManagement. In this interview, Goran shares insights from his extensive work in #CommunityResilience and #FloodPreparedness, highlighting impactful projects like the Zurich Flood Resilience Alliance, a multi-sectoral partnership bringing together actors in the humanitarian, research, and private spheres to strengthen climate resilience across 25 countries. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e5z8eR3Q Are you a #RedCross #RedCrescent practitioner working in disaster preparedness or risk reduction? We'd love to spotlight your work! Email [email protected] to get featured. @Crveni krst Crne Gore / Red Cross of Montenegro
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Did you know that the GDPC's PrepareCenter is a great place to share your disaster #preparedness experience? Explore #stories from around the globe to learn more about creative and interesting approaches to building #resilience. Create an account on https://lnkd.in/gHjxZg-E to contribute.
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We are looking for a new volunteer to join our team! 100% Remote! This new volunteer will come to the role with expertise in Early Warning Systems (EWS) and the use of the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) for public alerting to serve as a strategic and technical resource in the promotion of CAP through our Alert Hub Initiative. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/ehmAwumq
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As #cities grow at an unprecedented rate, what does this mean for humanitarian action? In this blog, Aynur Kadihasanoglu, Julie Arrighi and Ian O'Donnell of International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC and American Red Cross explore six key trends shaping our urban future. From Africa's rapid #urbanization to the growing influence of diaspora communities, these trends present both challenges and unique opportunities for the Red Cross Red Crescent Network. How can we adapt our approach to remain effective in this changing urban landscape? Read the full blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eBcFSuYV
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🌟 NEW #PractitionerSpotlight 🌟 Meet Francisco Gabriel Reyes Gil, Operational Lead for the Flood Resilience Program at the Cruz Roja Mexicana I.A.P., bringing a decade of experience in #DisasterPreparedness and risk reduction. In this interview, Francisco shares the Mexican Red Cross's impactful strategies for strengthening community resilience against floods, from training local brigades to influencing national resilience policies. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eRsEjJHp Are you a #RedCross #RedCrescent practitioner working in disaster preparedness or risk reduction? We'd love to spotlight your work! Email [email protected] to get featured. The Zurich Flood Resilience Alliance International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC
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New opportunity alert! 📣 The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC is seeking a consultant to conduct research on the integration of #AnticipatoryAction into government-led disaster risk management systems. 📅 Duration: 110 days (June-December 2024) 📝 Application Deadline: 27-Jun-2024 Click here for more details and to submit your application: https://lnkd.in/exg6hMC9 Anticipation Hub, Risk-informed Early Action Partnership (REAP), Centre for Disaster Protection, World Food Programme, Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre
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On May 14, 2023, Category 5 #CycloneMocha made landfall in Myanmar, causing significant damage in coastal areas of #Bangladesh and #Myanmar. Despite the challenges, Bangladesh's disaster management efforts, led by the Cyclone Preparedness Programme, successfully evacuated over 700,000 people, with no reported loss of life. This case study highlights the effectiveness of proactive measures and coordination among stakeholders in saving lives and minimizing the impact of severe weather events. A key learning is that anticipatory action does not always require triggering Early Action Protocols (EAPs) or additional funding if those are already incorporated into preparedness efforts and organizational guidelines to trigger #EarlyAction. To learn more, check out our new case study jointly prepared by the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS), American Red Cross, Cyclone Preparedness Programme, and International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC. 🔗 Read and download the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/epwfQVU4