Disaster Knowledge Book Compiled in NepaliDIPECHO Nepal
The book describes Disaster Management , Types and hazards in Nepal. The book is compiled version of Disaster Knowledge Series brought to DRR stakeholders by ECO Nepal with financial support from CARITAS. The original version of 15 series was published with support from ActionAid, Oxfam and DIPECHO
1. Zilmari is a seasonal wind that blows from March to May in the Terai region of Nepal, causing high temperatures and humidity.
2. It enters Nepal from India through the western regions and can extend its effects into Bangladesh.
3. Zilmari has devastating effects, resulting in many deaths each year due to heatstroke as well as damage to crops. Estimates suggest annual economic losses of millions of Nepali rupees.
Disaster Knowledge Book Compiled in NepaliDIPECHO Nepal
The book describes Disaster Management , Types and hazards in Nepal. The book is compiled version of Disaster Knowledge Series brought to DRR stakeholders by ECO Nepal with financial support from CARITAS. The original version of 15 series was published with support from ActionAid, Oxfam and DIPECHO
1. Zilmari is a seasonal wind that blows from March to May in the Terai region of Nepal, causing high temperatures and humidity.
2. It enters Nepal from India through the western regions and can extend its effects into Bangladesh.
3. Zilmari has devastating effects, resulting in many deaths each year due to heatstroke as well as damage to crops. Estimates suggest annual economic losses of millions of Nepali rupees.
This document provides guidelines for developing local disaster risk management plans in Nepal. It was published by the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration in 2068 BS (2011 AD) with financial and technical support from CARE Nepal. The guideline has five sections that outline the process for establishing coordination mechanisms, conducting vulnerability and capacity assessments, developing the local disaster risk management plan, approving and implementing the plan, and monitoring/evaluating the plan.
1. The H2P initiative aims to develop community pandemic preparedness plans and train staff/volunteers through organizations like NRCS, SCF, CARE, USAID, and AI.COMM.
2. Key achievements include drafting national and district pandemic plans, disseminating messages, and conducting trainings for health workers.
3. Major challenges include national priority changes, staff turnover, and ensuring involvement of all stakeholders in responding to the H1N1 outbreak.
This document is the Udal Foundation Act of 2033 BS (1976 AD) which established and governs the Udal Foundation of Nepal. Some key points:
1. The act establishes the Udal Foundation as an autonomous and corporate body responsible for properly managing religious endowments (udals) in Nepal.
2. An Udal Advisory Committee is formed, consisting of religious and social experts appointed by the government, to advise the foundation on religious practices and issues.
3. An Executive Committee is formed, with members appointed by the government, to oversee the foundation's operations.
This document is a summary of the Water Resources Act, 2049 BS (1992 AD) of Nepal. Some key points:
1. It establishes ownership of water resources within Nepal with the Government of Nepal.
2. It requires permits for most uses of water resources and establishes a permit system and priorities for water use.
3. It allows for the formation of water user groups/committees by local people for collective management and use of water resources.
Drr planning at natinal & district level.(mo ld)DPNet
This document outlines the central institutions and Ministry of Local Development (MoLD) initiatives involved in disaster risk reduction and preparedness in Nepal. It discusses Nepal's national strategy for disaster risk management, the functions and planning processes of local governments, and achievements and challenges in integrating disaster risk reduction at the local level. Key points include Nepal's focus on mainstreaming disaster risk reduction in development plans, MoLD's training and coordination efforts, the establishment of disaster management committees at the district level, and ongoing issues around capacity building, hazard mapping, and effective implementation of risk reduction plans by local bodies.
The document discusses the importance of community discussions and preparedness for floods and fires. Some key points made are:
1) Communities should hold meetings to discuss risks from hazards like floods and fires and make preparedness plans to reduce risks.
2) Infrastructure like homes and roads should be built to withstand floods to reduce damage and loss of life.
3) Communities working together, such as by clearing vegetation near rivers and practicing evacuation drills, can help reduce impacts of floods and fires.
1) The document discusses landslides (klx/f) in Nepal, their causes, impacts, and methods of control.
2) Landslides are common in Nepal due to its mountainous terrain and fragile geology from the Himalayas. Heavy monsoon rains exacerbate the risk.
3) Landslides can be caused by natural factors like rain and earthquakes as well as human activities like deforestation and construction. They endanger lives and property.
This document outlines amendments made to laws related to land revenue in Nepal. It summarizes key provisions of the Land Revenue Act, including:
1. Giving authorities the power to extend deadlines for paying land revenue in situations where revenue has not been paid within the prescribed time period for many landholdings in a district or area.
2. Allowing the government to auction land and tenancies if revenue is still not paid by the extended deadline.
3. Procedures for handling tenancies and duties where revenue has not been paid, including provisions for the local development committee or municipality to take over the landholding or duty.
National Disaster
Risk Reduction Centre Nepal
(NDRC Nepal) was established
in 2003 and registered in 2007
by a group people who recognised
that there was a need for contributing disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA) by knowledge management.
This document outlines the establishment and functions of land revenue offices in Nepal according to the Land Revenue Act of 2034 BS. Key points include:
1. Land revenue offices will be established in each district as needed by the Government of Nepal.
2. Existing land and tax offices at the time this Act comes into force will automatically be converted to land revenue offices.
3. The work of land administration offices and land administrators at the time this Act comes into force will be continued by the land revenue offices.
4. The duties of land administration will be transferred to land reform offices and land revenue offices.
0. aandp net presentation on hfa climate change and drrDPNet
Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, exacerbating disaster risks. Disaster risk reduction strategies and tools can help adapt to climate change by reducing vulnerability and building resilience. Integrating disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation requires mapping existing institutions and risk information, identifying opportunities to harmonize policies, and designing joint initiatives to address both issues simultaneously through a coordinated, multisectoral approach.
This document is the Milk (Marketing Control) Act, 2049 BS (1992 AD) of Nepal. Some key points:
1) The act was created to regulate the marketing and distribution of breast milk substitutes and other infant foods to ensure the safe and adequate nutrition of children.
2) An Infant Nutrition Protection and Promotion Committee is formed under the act to oversee implementation, compliance monitoring, and issue necessary regulations.
3) The Ministry of Health is given the primary responsibility for enforcing the act and can seek cooperation from other ministries and agencies.
Implementation Guideline for Comprehensive School Safety in Nepal. (Nepali)DPNet
This document provides guidelines for implementing minimum safety standards in schools in Nepal. It is intended to be used by schools and local governments. The guidelines outline the roles and responsibilities of different levels of government and other stakeholders in ensuring school safety. It describes the activities that should be carried out at each level to implement disaster risk reduction and management programs in schools. The overall goal is to protect students and teachers from harm and ensure continuity of education even after disasters.
Comprehensive School Safety Implementation Guidelines Nepal (English)DPNet
a. The document provides Comprehensive School Safety Implementation Guidelines for Nepal. It was developed with support from USAID and technical assistance from NDRC and UNICEF to guide implementation of Nepal's Comprehensive School Safety Minimum Package.
b. The objectives of the guidelines are to improve school infrastructure safety, mainstream disaster risk management in education, provide guidance on safety curricula and teaching, and build institutional capacity for school safety.
c. The guidelines are intended for use by schools, local governments, and provincial and federal education authorities to help plan, budget, monitor and evaluate school safety activities outlined in the Minimum Package.
Communication and Dissemination Strategy on Comprehensive School Safety in Ne...DPNet
This document outlines a communication and outreach strategy for school safety in Nepal. The key points are:
1) The strategy aims to increase awareness of minimum school safety standards and create a culture of safety in schools.
2) It identifies target audiences such as students, teachers, school management committees, parents, local governments, and media.
3) The strategy will disseminate key messages about the importance of school safety and assistance for implementing minimum safety standards through various media and materials tailored to each audience.
4) Successful implementation of the strategy is expected to boost knowledge and motivation for all stakeholders to create safer school environments according to the minimum standards.
Nepal national actionplan_disastermanagement_1996DPNet
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides guidelines for developing local disaster risk management plans in Nepal. It was published by the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration in 2068 BS (2011 AD) with financial and technical support from CARE Nepal. The guideline has five sections that outline the process for establishing coordination mechanisms, conducting vulnerability and capacity assessments, developing the local disaster risk management plan, approving and implementing the plan, and monitoring/evaluating the plan.
1. The H2P initiative aims to develop community pandemic preparedness plans and train staff/volunteers through organizations like NRCS, SCF, CARE, USAID, and AI.COMM.
2. Key achievements include drafting national and district pandemic plans, disseminating messages, and conducting trainings for health workers.
3. Major challenges include national priority changes, staff turnover, and ensuring involvement of all stakeholders in responding to the H1N1 outbreak.
This document is the Udal Foundation Act of 2033 BS (1976 AD) which established and governs the Udal Foundation of Nepal. Some key points:
1. The act establishes the Udal Foundation as an autonomous and corporate body responsible for properly managing religious endowments (udals) in Nepal.
2. An Udal Advisory Committee is formed, consisting of religious and social experts appointed by the government, to advise the foundation on religious practices and issues.
3. An Executive Committee is formed, with members appointed by the government, to oversee the foundation's operations.
This document is a summary of the Water Resources Act, 2049 BS (1992 AD) of Nepal. Some key points:
1. It establishes ownership of water resources within Nepal with the Government of Nepal.
2. It requires permits for most uses of water resources and establishes a permit system and priorities for water use.
3. It allows for the formation of water user groups/committees by local people for collective management and use of water resources.
Drr planning at natinal & district level.(mo ld)DPNet
This document outlines the central institutions and Ministry of Local Development (MoLD) initiatives involved in disaster risk reduction and preparedness in Nepal. It discusses Nepal's national strategy for disaster risk management, the functions and planning processes of local governments, and achievements and challenges in integrating disaster risk reduction at the local level. Key points include Nepal's focus on mainstreaming disaster risk reduction in development plans, MoLD's training and coordination efforts, the establishment of disaster management committees at the district level, and ongoing issues around capacity building, hazard mapping, and effective implementation of risk reduction plans by local bodies.
The document discusses the importance of community discussions and preparedness for floods and fires. Some key points made are:
1) Communities should hold meetings to discuss risks from hazards like floods and fires and make preparedness plans to reduce risks.
2) Infrastructure like homes and roads should be built to withstand floods to reduce damage and loss of life.
3) Communities working together, such as by clearing vegetation near rivers and practicing evacuation drills, can help reduce impacts of floods and fires.
1) The document discusses landslides (klx/f) in Nepal, their causes, impacts, and methods of control.
2) Landslides are common in Nepal due to its mountainous terrain and fragile geology from the Himalayas. Heavy monsoon rains exacerbate the risk.
3) Landslides can be caused by natural factors like rain and earthquakes as well as human activities like deforestation and construction. They endanger lives and property.
This document outlines amendments made to laws related to land revenue in Nepal. It summarizes key provisions of the Land Revenue Act, including:
1. Giving authorities the power to extend deadlines for paying land revenue in situations where revenue has not been paid within the prescribed time period for many landholdings in a district or area.
2. Allowing the government to auction land and tenancies if revenue is still not paid by the extended deadline.
3. Procedures for handling tenancies and duties where revenue has not been paid, including provisions for the local development committee or municipality to take over the landholding or duty.
National Disaster
Risk Reduction Centre Nepal
(NDRC Nepal) was established
in 2003 and registered in 2007
by a group people who recognised
that there was a need for contributing disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA) by knowledge management.
This document outlines the establishment and functions of land revenue offices in Nepal according to the Land Revenue Act of 2034 BS. Key points include:
1. Land revenue offices will be established in each district as needed by the Government of Nepal.
2. Existing land and tax offices at the time this Act comes into force will automatically be converted to land revenue offices.
3. The work of land administration offices and land administrators at the time this Act comes into force will be continued by the land revenue offices.
4. The duties of land administration will be transferred to land reform offices and land revenue offices.
0. aandp net presentation on hfa climate change and drrDPNet
Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, exacerbating disaster risks. Disaster risk reduction strategies and tools can help adapt to climate change by reducing vulnerability and building resilience. Integrating disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation requires mapping existing institutions and risk information, identifying opportunities to harmonize policies, and designing joint initiatives to address both issues simultaneously through a coordinated, multisectoral approach.
This document is the Milk (Marketing Control) Act, 2049 BS (1992 AD) of Nepal. Some key points:
1) The act was created to regulate the marketing and distribution of breast milk substitutes and other infant foods to ensure the safe and adequate nutrition of children.
2) An Infant Nutrition Protection and Promotion Committee is formed under the act to oversee implementation, compliance monitoring, and issue necessary regulations.
3) The Ministry of Health is given the primary responsibility for enforcing the act and can seek cooperation from other ministries and agencies.
Implementation Guideline for Comprehensive School Safety in Nepal. (Nepali)DPNet
This document provides guidelines for implementing minimum safety standards in schools in Nepal. It is intended to be used by schools and local governments. The guidelines outline the roles and responsibilities of different levels of government and other stakeholders in ensuring school safety. It describes the activities that should be carried out at each level to implement disaster risk reduction and management programs in schools. The overall goal is to protect students and teachers from harm and ensure continuity of education even after disasters.
Comprehensive School Safety Implementation Guidelines Nepal (English)DPNet
a. The document provides Comprehensive School Safety Implementation Guidelines for Nepal. It was developed with support from USAID and technical assistance from NDRC and UNICEF to guide implementation of Nepal's Comprehensive School Safety Minimum Package.
b. The objectives of the guidelines are to improve school infrastructure safety, mainstream disaster risk management in education, provide guidance on safety curricula and teaching, and build institutional capacity for school safety.
c. The guidelines are intended for use by schools, local governments, and provincial and federal education authorities to help plan, budget, monitor and evaluate school safety activities outlined in the Minimum Package.
Communication and Dissemination Strategy on Comprehensive School Safety in Ne...DPNet
This document outlines a communication and outreach strategy for school safety in Nepal. The key points are:
1) The strategy aims to increase awareness of minimum school safety standards and create a culture of safety in schools.
2) It identifies target audiences such as students, teachers, school management committees, parents, local governments, and media.
3) The strategy will disseminate key messages about the importance of school safety and assistance for implementing minimum safety standards through various media and materials tailored to each audience.
4) Successful implementation of the strategy is expected to boost knowledge and motivation for all stakeholders to create safer school environments according to the minimum standards.
Nepal national actionplan_disastermanagement_1996DPNet
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
DRR CCA Learning Centre Guideline approved by GONDPNet
This document in Nepali explain the procedure to operationalize DRR CCA Learning center at the local government level wards (Gram Palika and Nagar Palika).
Safe School Toolkit and Plan Nepal (Piloting Book)DPNet
This document provides an introduction and overview of a safe school toolkit developed by Plan International Nepal. The toolkit aims to help those involved in assessing, monitoring and evaluating safe schools by outlining the key pillars of safe school infrastructure, disaster management, and risk reduction education. It was created based on learning from Nepal's policy context, Plan Nepal's safe school projects, and practices in the education sector. The toolkit is intended as a reference for developing safe school plans and frameworks, with the understanding that it will be refined over time based on government policies and guidelines related to safe schools.
This training guideline is for a school-based disaster risk reduction training organized by a project in partnership with various organizations aimed at mainstreaming disaster risk reduction into school environments and developing disaster-resilient schools. The training aims to build awareness and capacity of teachers, students, and parents on disaster risk reduction and minimize damage to schools from disasters. It will be conducted in schools and utilize existing school disaster management committees and networks of the partner organizations to manage and monitor activities. The training will cover key concepts, risk assessment methods, and development of school-level disaster risk reduction and response plans to support national efforts for safe schools.
Crc supplementary training manual on annual sip updating and references for d...DPNet
1. This document provides guidelines for updating school improvement plans and building capacity on disaster risk management at the school level.
2. It outlines the process for conducting an annual school workshop to collaboratively update the school improvement plan, including identifying issues, problems and solutions.
3. The workshop brings together teachers, management committee members, experts and other stakeholders to foster cooperation and jointly address challenges through problem identification and resolution.
This report on policy mapping study on Safe Schools policy practices analyses the Safe School perspective in South Asia and safe schools programme in Nepal since last few decades and suggest the gaps and needs towards fulfilling the comprehensive school safety framework.
बृहत्तर विद्यालय सुरक्षा सन्दर्भ सामग्रीः
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विद्यालय साना बालबालिकाका लागि दोस्रो घर हो । यद्यपि, जबसम्म बालबालिकाले भयरहित वातावरणमा शिक्षा प्राप्त गर्न पाउने आफ्नो अधिकारको उपभोग गर्न पाउँदैनन् तबसम्म विद्यालयले दोस्रो घरको भूमिका निर्वाह गर्न सक्दैन । प्राकृतिक कारणबाट हुने प्रकोपद्वारा उत्पन्न विपद् होस् वा मानवीय कारणबाट हुने घटनाबाट, विपद्को सर्वाधिक जोखिममा बालबालिका नै रहेका हुन्छन् । अझ अल्पविकसित मुलुकहरूमा सुरक्षित विद्यालय तथा गुणस्तरीय शिक्षालाई सुनिश्चित गर्ने कार्य नै चुनौतीपूर्ण रहेको छ । यस समस्याबाट नेपाल पनि अलग रहेको छैन । यही दृष्किोणका आधारमा विद्यालय सुरक्षित र न्यूनतम सुविधायुक्त हुनुपर्ने यथार्थलाई दृष्टिगत गरी बृहत्तर विद्यालय सुरक्षा ढाँचाको विश्वव्यापी अवधारणाअनुरुप यो सन्दर्भ सामग्री तयार गरिएको छ ।
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This document provides a summary of Nepal's 2013 disaster report. It was published jointly by Nepal's Ministry of Home Affairs and the Disaster Preparedness Network-Nepal. The report documents Nepal's disaster management initiatives in 2012-2013, analyzes disaster trends, and highlights good practices in community-based disaster mitigation. It focuses on participation and inclusion in disaster risk reduction. The report is intended to serve as a reference for stakeholders and help improve disaster management policies, planning, and community resilience in Nepal.
Impact of climate change on children research report-plan nepal DPNet
This report summarizes the findings of a study on the impact of climate change on children in Nepal. The study found that children perceive changes in precipitation patterns and increasing temperatures. They report more frequent and intense extreme weather events that negatively impact their health, education, livelihoods, and safety. Key impacts include damage to infrastructure that disrupts schooling, increased vector-borne diseases, threats to child protection during disasters, and declines in family livelihoods that indirectly impact children. Some communities have begun adapting through practices like adjusting school calendars, distributing mosquito nets, promoting climate-smart crops, and protecting water sources. However, the report concludes that more needs to be done to address children's vulnerabilities and promote their participation in climate
Child centred disaster risk reduction project evaluation and learning-plan-ne...DPNet
The document evaluates a child-centred disaster risk reduction project implemented by Plan Nepal in three villages in Sunsari District, Nepal from 2011-2012. The project aimed to build the capacity of government bodies and local communities, including children, to better respond to, prevent, and mitigate disasters. Some key findings of the evaluation include:
- The project was relevant by targeting vulnerable villages, allocating over 90% of funding to capacity building and preparedness, and engaging children who are often most impacted by disasters.
- It was effective in increasing community confidence in responding to disasters through preparedness training, mitigation planning, and developing local capacities. Children recognized their role in disaster risk reduction.
- The project
This document provides an overview of the Sphere Handbook, which establishes minimum standards in humanitarian response. It discusses the history and purpose of the Sphere standards, which aim to improve the quality and accountability of humanitarian assistance. The handbook is the result of collaboration among humanitarian organizations worldwide and establishes core principles and indicators that aid agencies are expected to achieve in their response. It is now in its third revised edition.
NEPAL DISASTER REPORT 2011 Policies, Practices and Lessons tries to become a compendium of understanding, concepts, experiences and lessons of disaster risk management (DRM) and emergency response planning and capacity building in Nepal. It tries to reflect the current status of DRM in Nepal
The Climate Smart Disaster Risk Management approach was developed by the
Strengthening Climate Resilience (SCR) programme, a DFID funded programme
implemented by the Institute of Development Studies (UK), Christian Aid and Plan
International. Through a period of two years (2010-2011), SCR worked extensively
with policy makers and practitioners to develop the Climate Smart Disaster Risk
Management (CSDRM) approach. The approach seeks to address the gap in
effectively incorporating climate change into disaster risk management (DRM) work,
to ensure development work is both climate smart and disaster proof. The CSDRM
approach was developed iteratively with over 1,000 policy makers, practitioners,
scientists and academics from ten at risk countries in Asia and Africa1.
For more information visit www.csdrm.org