Bangkok, Thailand – A few months ago, Typhoon Yagi swept across numerous countries in East and Southeast Asia, leaving a path of destruction from extreme winds and floods. As countries implement extensive response and recovery efforts, this event underscores the importance of regional cooperation and preparedness in the face of disasters.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Lemlem Abraha, geographic information systems (GIS) expert, is building a new landscape forwomen across Ethiopia. Her career in disaster risk management (DRM) technology exemplifiesthe potential of women engaging in science, tech, engineering, and math (STEM).
Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh – A three-day intensive training program on Priority Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Actions concluded was conducted during 13-15 December 2024 in Cox's Bazar, bringing together urban community volunteers from Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) and Cox’s Bazar Municipality.