Advancing Climate Action Through Early Warning Systems and Adaptation
Bangkok, Thailand – Meteorology plays a pivotal role in our daily lives, influencing sectors from agriculture, water and transport to disaster management and environmental protection. The theme for World Meteorological Day 2024, "At the Frontline of Climate Action," underscores the critical importance of meteorological services in the global fight against climate change.
ADPC Strengthening Collaboration with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation of Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand – In a significant move towards strengthening disaster resilience in Thailand, ADPC, along with its partner, the Thai Network for Disaster Resilience (TNDR), discussed with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) possible collaboration activities in 2024 to support the implementation of the Thailand National Disaster Risk Management Plan 2023-2027. This collaboration marks a critical step forward in the nation's efforts to enhance its preparedness, response, and recovery strategies in the face of increasing disaster risks.
Visit of Ms. Pilar Pacheco and Ms. Karla Bajana of the Global Development Division, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to ADPC Headquarters.
ADPC HQ, Thailand – The Preparedness for Response and Recovery team at the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) recently welcomed Ms. Pilar Pacheco, Senior Program Officer, and Ms. Karla Bajana, Senior Program Coordinator of the Emergency Response Global Development Division at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) from 25-29 March 2024. The visit focused on reviewing the collaborative disaster preparedness programs funded by BMGF.
Women’s leadership, localization, and tech-driven change: important lessons and knowledge from Nepal
Sunday, October 16, 2022
ADPC meets Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
Friday, October 07, 2022
ADPC, IUCN sign MOU on climate and disaster resilience partnership
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Combating Desertification through Drought Management Solutions
Friday, June 17, 2022
Enhancing the Climate Resilience of Rural Roads in Bangladesh
Wednesday, June 15, 2022