The document discusses disaster preparedness and relief in Canada. It covers the role of ALERT chairpersons in coordinating disaster response, available resources like the ALERT guide and LCIF emergency grants. It also discusses the Ready When the Time Comes (RWTC) program, a partnership between Lions Clubs International and the Canadian Red Cross to train volunteer reservists. The presentation provides information on how to become an RWTC volunteer by registering online and completing training.
Sahana General 2009 Community And SystemTalkSahana
The document summarizes the evolution of the Sahana system and community from its origins responding to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami to its development into a global open source disaster management platform. It describes how Sahana was initially built hastily during the tsunami crisis, then redesigned as a modular open source system to address common disaster problems and attract broader participation. It outlines key Sahana applications and how the system and community have continued to respond to new disaster needs and official government deployments around the world.
World conference on disaster management 2014Corey Makar
The World Conference on Disaster Management 2014 provided valuable information to emergency management professionals. Over 1000 participants and 70 speakers addressed topics including organizational resilience, community preparedness, and recovery planning. A key theme was the need to work quickly with new partners beyond traditional boundaries during disasters. The conference emphasized innovation, adaptability and building resilience in emergency management. Attending the next World Conference on Disaster Management in 2015 was highly recommended.
Group presentation 1.2 after prof commentsdmaher1974
This document provides information on personal, family, neighborhood, community, and workplace preparedness for emergencies. It stresses the importance of planning, procuring emergency supplies, and practicing plans. Key steps include assessing risks, creating 72-hour plans, assembling home and vehicle kits, and networking with neighbors. Communities have comprehensive emergency response plans addressing hazard assessment, mitigation, preparation, response, and recovery. Workplaces should ensure awareness of hazards, alarms, muster points, escape routes, and emergency contacts. Being prepared increases safety and comfort during emergencies.
The document discusses the importance of soils and the growing problem of soil degradation. It notes that 24% of global land has suffered degradation and certain farming practices are causing erosion 100 times faster than soil formation. By 2050, only 0.1 hectares of arable land may be available per person. The EU is proposing a target for Rio+20 of achieving "zero net rate of land and soil degradation" to help restore soils and manage them sustainably to meet food demands. This could be achieved by minimizing erosion, maintaining soil organic matter, and preventing uncontrolled urban expansion.
Crisis Response Journal Vol 10:1, September 2014Emily Hough
Crisis Response Journal 10:1 is out now - see the Contents, comment and cover. This issue contains articles and analysis on Volunteers & NGOs, Terrorism & Security, Smart Cities, Future Technology - including disaster medicine, emerging technologies and human agent collectives - as well as in-depth features on USAR in war zones, resilience, biological risk and civil protection in the republic of Georgia
Dipecho5 news letter 3rd edition- nov 2009DIPECHO Nepal
The document summarizes events in Nepal for International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction in October-November 2009. It describes a two-day symposium and people's rally coordinated by DIPECHO partners that culminated in the demand for an immediate disaster risk reduction and management policy in Nepal. Key events included a symposium where affected community leaders shared experiences, a convention where a large crowd demanded a DRR policy, and an exhibition illustrating DRR projects. A 9-point declaration on DRR rights was signed and handed to Nepal's President.
Dipecho5 news letter 2nd edition- oct 09 aaDIPECHO Nepal
This document discusses community mobilization approaches for disaster preparedness in Nepal. It describes how various organizations are empowering communities to participate in disaster risk reduction from the bottom-up. Key approaches mentioned include forming inclusive disaster management committees, conducting participatory vulnerability analyses to identify risks, developing community disaster preparedness plans, and building local leadership through focus groups that represent different community demographics. The goal is to make communities active participants in early warning systems and all stages of project planning and implementation rather than just beneficiaries, in order to increase community ownership and sustainability.
Sahana General 2009 Community And SystemTalkSahana
The document summarizes the evolution of the Sahana system and community from its origins responding to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami to its development into a global open source disaster management platform. It describes how Sahana was initially built hastily during the tsunami crisis, then redesigned as a modular open source system to address common disaster problems and attract broader participation. It outlines key Sahana applications and how the system and community have continued to respond to new disaster needs and official government deployments around the world.
World conference on disaster management 2014Corey Makar
The World Conference on Disaster Management 2014 provided valuable information to emergency management professionals. Over 1000 participants and 70 speakers addressed topics including organizational resilience, community preparedness, and recovery planning. A key theme was the need to work quickly with new partners beyond traditional boundaries during disasters. The conference emphasized innovation, adaptability and building resilience in emergency management. Attending the next World Conference on Disaster Management in 2015 was highly recommended.
Group presentation 1.2 after prof commentsdmaher1974
This document provides information on personal, family, neighborhood, community, and workplace preparedness for emergencies. It stresses the importance of planning, procuring emergency supplies, and practicing plans. Key steps include assessing risks, creating 72-hour plans, assembling home and vehicle kits, and networking with neighbors. Communities have comprehensive emergency response plans addressing hazard assessment, mitigation, preparation, response, and recovery. Workplaces should ensure awareness of hazards, alarms, muster points, escape routes, and emergency contacts. Being prepared increases safety and comfort during emergencies.
The document discusses the importance of soils and the growing problem of soil degradation. It notes that 24% of global land has suffered degradation and certain farming practices are causing erosion 100 times faster than soil formation. By 2050, only 0.1 hectares of arable land may be available per person. The EU is proposing a target for Rio+20 of achieving "zero net rate of land and soil degradation" to help restore soils and manage them sustainably to meet food demands. This could be achieved by minimizing erosion, maintaining soil organic matter, and preventing uncontrolled urban expansion.
Crisis Response Journal Vol 10:1, September 2014Emily Hough
Crisis Response Journal 10:1 is out now - see the Contents, comment and cover. This issue contains articles and analysis on Volunteers & NGOs, Terrorism & Security, Smart Cities, Future Technology - including disaster medicine, emerging technologies and human agent collectives - as well as in-depth features on USAR in war zones, resilience, biological risk and civil protection in the republic of Georgia
Dipecho5 news letter 3rd edition- nov 2009DIPECHO Nepal
The document summarizes events in Nepal for International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction in October-November 2009. It describes a two-day symposium and people's rally coordinated by DIPECHO partners that culminated in the demand for an immediate disaster risk reduction and management policy in Nepal. Key events included a symposium where affected community leaders shared experiences, a convention where a large crowd demanded a DRR policy, and an exhibition illustrating DRR projects. A 9-point declaration on DRR rights was signed and handed to Nepal's President.
Dipecho5 news letter 2nd edition- oct 09 aaDIPECHO Nepal
This document discusses community mobilization approaches for disaster preparedness in Nepal. It describes how various organizations are empowering communities to participate in disaster risk reduction from the bottom-up. Key approaches mentioned include forming inclusive disaster management committees, conducting participatory vulnerability analyses to identify risks, developing community disaster preparedness plans, and building local leadership through focus groups that represent different community demographics. The goal is to make communities active participants in early warning systems and all stages of project planning and implementation rather than just beneficiaries, in order to increase community ownership and sustainability.
Presentation given to Sydney Metropolitan Area Integrated Regional Vulnerability Assessment hosted by Office of Environment & Heritage.
Looking at climate change and some of the challenges facing the emergency management sector around adaptation and resilience
Emergency Management Workshop
4th December 2013
The document summarizes life in Haiti 18 months after the 2010 earthquake by providing an overview of Haiti's disaster risk profile, national disaster management system, impacts of the earthquake, response efforts, and ongoing challenges. It describes the extensive damage to infrastructure, loss of life, and displacement of people from the earthquake. It highlights response activities in the first days and weeks including search and rescue, medical aid, food and water distribution. It discusses ongoing efforts to strengthen disaster management capacities and reduce risks, as well as rebuilding needs. International support for response and recovery is recognized.
Understanding Risk (UR) is a community of more than 2,600 leading experts and practitioners in disaster risk assessment from around the world. Members of the community include representatives of government agencies, multilateral organizations, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, academia, community-based organizations, and civil society.
Every two years, the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) convenes the UR Community at UR Forums. Forums are “state of the art” events that showcase best practices and the latest technical know-how in risk assessment. UR provides partners with the opportunity to highlight new activities and initiatives, build new partnerships, and further foster advances in the field.
UR is a community of global experts in the field of disaster risk assessment. UR community members share knowledge and experience, collaborate, and discuss innovation and best practice in risk assessment. This Community convenes every two years at UR Forums.
The first UR Forum was held in Washington D.C. in June 2010. Since then the world has witnessed high impact disasters and extreme events that have changed the way we understand disaster risk. UR 2012, held in Cape Town, July 2-6, convened 500 risk assessment experts from more than 86 countries to address this challenge, underscoring the importance of integrating disaster risk management (DRM) and climate change adaptation (CCA) as a core element of development.
Organized in partnership with the Government of South Africa and the European Union (EU), UR 2012 showcased new tools for decision–makers, strengthened regional and global partnerships, and built technical capacity in the Africa region through a series of training events.
The UR Community of Practice remains a unique platform for incubating innovation and forging partnerships
and will continue to work collaboratively to build resiliency to disaster risk in the future.
Dipecho5 news letter 4th edition- january10DIPECHO Nepal
The document is a newsletter from Nepal that discusses disaster risk reduction efforts. It provides the following key details:
- The newsletter focuses on "Mass Sensitization" efforts to raise awareness about disasters in 19 districts supported under DIPECHO Action Plan V.
- DIPECHO partners in Nepal describe mass sensitization activities they have implemented, including radio and TV programs, street dramas, and community meetings to disseminate information.
- The activities aim to fulfill the third priority of Nepal's National Strategy for Disaster Risk Management, which is raising awareness and disseminating disaster risk reduction information.
This document summarizes discussions around paragraph 24 of the Zero Draft Outcome Document for the Rio+20 conference, which calls for a global framework on corporate sustainability reporting. It argues that sustainability reporting is important for investors, companies, governments, and stakeholders. It provides key information for decision-making and accountability. The document advocates for an agreement on an international framework for sustainability reporting to enhance transparency and assessment of the private sector's contribution to sustainable development goals.
This document is an issue of Outreach Magazine focused on the upcoming Rio+20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development. It highlights concerns that the conference needs to deliver an outcome that places societies and economies on a more just and equitable footing. It also notes that the conference offers an opportunity to change course towards a more sustainable transition. The issue profiles a number of topics to be discussed at Rio+20 related to human rights, responsibility, food/agriculture, and oceans. It provides a schedule of themes and content deadlines for contributors to the magazine covering the negotiations and events leading up to and during the conference.
This document provides an overview of disaster services training from the American Red Cross. The training covers how disasters impact communities, the Red Cross response to disasters, and volunteer opportunities. The objectives are to explain how the community and Red Cross work together during disasters, describe Red Cross services and principles, and identify next steps for becoming a disaster volunteer.
1. The Executive Committee of Disaster Preparedness Network Nepal (DPNet) is comprised of 9 members led by Chairman Mr. Badri Khanal.
2. DPNet is a non-profit organization established in 1996 to advocate for disaster management in Nepal and establish links between the government and civic groups to reduce disaster impacts.
3. DPNet aims to enhance coordination among stakeholders, suggest disaster policy initiatives, act as a resource center, and advocate for addressing disaster management issues in Nepal.
Planting Trees to Eat Fish - Field Experiences in Wetlands & Poverty ReductionWetlands International
The book is written by and for practitioners involved in planning and managing
conservation or development projects in wetlands. The book should also be an
aid to policy makers and all those trying to reconcile the apparently conflicting
goals of environment and development programmes.
2013 JCI UN Affairs Newsletter for Europe No2Sevinç Atay
The document summarizes activities related to JCI and the United Nations. Over 2,700 delegates from 47 countries attended the 2013 JCI European Conference in Monte Carlo, where the first "JCI and UN, Natural Allies" training was conducted with over 60 attendees. During the conference, many JCI organizations shared best practices in achieving UN Millennium Development Goals. Other events summarized include a JCI Regatta fundraising sailing event for malaria nets, a classic car rally in Europe, and the 2013 JCI Global Partnership Summit in New York City where a resolution was passed to engage 10,000 young people in the post-2015 development agenda. Various national JCI conventions in Germany and Turkey also featured UN forums and discussions.
Nepal pva workshop report chitwan november 2k5 finalDIPECHO Nepal
The document summarizes a participatory vulnerability analysis workshop held in Nepal from November 14-19, 2005. It provides background on vulnerability and disasters in Nepal. It then discusses the principles and process of participatory vulnerability analysis, including community participation, data collection and analysis, and tying the results to decision making. The workshop aimed to help communities better understand their vulnerabilities in order to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience.
This document provides an overview of pathways towards a green economy and sustainable development. It discusses how investing 2% of global GDP into key economic sectors could help transition the world economy onto a more environmentally sustainable path. The sectors discussed include agriculture, fisheries, water, forests, renewable energy, manufacturing, waste, buildings, transport, tourism, and cities. Transitioning to a green economy in these sectors could catalyze economic activity comparable to business as usual, while reducing environmental risks and increasing resource efficiency. The report also examines what policy changes and enabling conditions would be needed to support a global shift towards a green economy.
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Coalition, representing $2 trillion in assets, is advocating for a UN convention on corporate sustainability reporting to be adopted at Rio+20. The coalition believes mandatory reporting, or explanation for non-reporting, is needed to transition capital markets to sustainability. However, the speaker is disappointed that draft documents lack commitments and specifics. Explicit commitments and a process for negotiations are needed post-Rio to establish reporting standards that will engage all companies in sustainability.
No time for doubt- tackling urban risksURRworkshop
This document provides an overview of three case studies of urban risk interventions by Red Cross National Societies in Latin America and the Caribbean. The case studies examine programs in Cali, Colombia, Kingston, Jamaica, and Managua, Nicaragua that address issues like violence prevention, HIV awareness and economic empowerment. Beneficiary stories from each location provide personal perspectives. The document concludes with an analysis of common urban risk challenges and recommendations for how the Red Cross can improve its approach to managing urban risk through integrated programs and a holistic understanding of cities as complex systems.
1) A study in Turkey found that 50% of earthquake injuries are caused by non-structural factors like falling furniture, which can be prevented through basic preparedness measures in the home.
2) The DIPECHO program in Nepal connects different groups in society to build partnerships and contribute to disaster risk reduction through community preparedness, response, and legal protections.
3) Local knowledge plays an important role in mitigation and preparedness for disasters through practices like storytelling, songs, and traditions passed down over generations.
This document discusses the role of data in evidence-based decision making for humanitarian aid. It outlines Development Initiatives' mission to empower people to make data-informed decisions to effectively allocate resources for poverty eradication. It also discusses a case study of humanitarian needs and actors in Northern Uganda, and activities that could improve humanitarian decision making, such as establishing community-based information systems and ensuring feedback loops. Key obstacles to evidence-based decision making are the low demand for data from local decision makers and low investment in information systems.
Basic first aid techniques for moving injured persons include:
- Helping a conscious victim walk by letting them put their arms over the rescuer's shoulders.
- Carrying an unconscious person by cradling their head and pulling them away by their shoulders or clothing.
- Rolling an unconscious person onto a blanket or sleeping bag and pulling them to safety.
- With a helper, surrounding a conscious victim and helping them walk or improvising a stretcher to carry them.
Bandaging involves covering wounds or injuries to provide support, immobilization, and protection. Common bandage materials include cotton, gauze, and elastic bandages. Proper bandaging techniques such as starting from below and applying even pressure are important to avoid complications. Common types of bandages include triangular bandages, roller bandages, and special bandages like T-bandages. Slings and splints are also used to immobilize injured limbs and provide support.
The document provides information about the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and its disaster response program called Red Cross 143. It discusses the brief history of the Red Cross, its seven fundamental principles, and the Red Cross emblem. It then describes the PRC's mission and services, including its National Blood Service, Disaster Management Service, and Red Cross 143 program. Red Cross 143 aims to develop a network of community volunteers who are first responders in times of disasters and emergencies.
This presentation is designed to cover some of the principles of Basic Life Support & First Aid as of January 2012. This includes things such as;
- DRABCD
- Care for Bleeding
- Care for Shock
- First Aid for Sprains & Strains
- Care for dislocations and fractures
- Poisoning
- Burns
- Diabetic Emergencies
It is not comprehensive, but is designed to refresh those who have had any previous experience in Basic Life Support. In saying that being able to apply some of these skills is useful for anyone.
This is the latest version of the presentation.
This document provides an introduction to basic first aid, including how to treat minor injuries and medical emergencies. It explains that first aid aims to preserve life, prevent further injury, and promote recovery for a person in need of assistance. The document then gives guidance on treating specific first aid situations like nosebleeds, heart attacks, burns, and more. It also provides information on first aid training courses and resources in Singapore.
The document provides information on various first aid procedures. It discusses the objectives of first aid as preserving life, preventing worsening of conditions, and promoting recovery. It describes how to assess victims using DRABC (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation). Various first aid kits, treatments for burns, bleeding, fractures, snake bites, and more are outlined. The document emphasizes the importance of seeking immediate medical help when needed.
Presentation given to Sydney Metropolitan Area Integrated Regional Vulnerability Assessment hosted by Office of Environment & Heritage.
Looking at climate change and some of the challenges facing the emergency management sector around adaptation and resilience
Emergency Management Workshop
4th December 2013
The document summarizes life in Haiti 18 months after the 2010 earthquake by providing an overview of Haiti's disaster risk profile, national disaster management system, impacts of the earthquake, response efforts, and ongoing challenges. It describes the extensive damage to infrastructure, loss of life, and displacement of people from the earthquake. It highlights response activities in the first days and weeks including search and rescue, medical aid, food and water distribution. It discusses ongoing efforts to strengthen disaster management capacities and reduce risks, as well as rebuilding needs. International support for response and recovery is recognized.
Understanding Risk (UR) is a community of more than 2,600 leading experts and practitioners in disaster risk assessment from around the world. Members of the community include representatives of government agencies, multilateral organizations, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, academia, community-based organizations, and civil society.
Every two years, the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) convenes the UR Community at UR Forums. Forums are “state of the art” events that showcase best practices and the latest technical know-how in risk assessment. UR provides partners with the opportunity to highlight new activities and initiatives, build new partnerships, and further foster advances in the field.
UR is a community of global experts in the field of disaster risk assessment. UR community members share knowledge and experience, collaborate, and discuss innovation and best practice in risk assessment. This Community convenes every two years at UR Forums.
The first UR Forum was held in Washington D.C. in June 2010. Since then the world has witnessed high impact disasters and extreme events that have changed the way we understand disaster risk. UR 2012, held in Cape Town, July 2-6, convened 500 risk assessment experts from more than 86 countries to address this challenge, underscoring the importance of integrating disaster risk management (DRM) and climate change adaptation (CCA) as a core element of development.
Organized in partnership with the Government of South Africa and the European Union (EU), UR 2012 showcased new tools for decision–makers, strengthened regional and global partnerships, and built technical capacity in the Africa region through a series of training events.
The UR Community of Practice remains a unique platform for incubating innovation and forging partnerships
and will continue to work collaboratively to build resiliency to disaster risk in the future.
Dipecho5 news letter 4th edition- january10DIPECHO Nepal
The document is a newsletter from Nepal that discusses disaster risk reduction efforts. It provides the following key details:
- The newsletter focuses on "Mass Sensitization" efforts to raise awareness about disasters in 19 districts supported under DIPECHO Action Plan V.
- DIPECHO partners in Nepal describe mass sensitization activities they have implemented, including radio and TV programs, street dramas, and community meetings to disseminate information.
- The activities aim to fulfill the third priority of Nepal's National Strategy for Disaster Risk Management, which is raising awareness and disseminating disaster risk reduction information.
This document summarizes discussions around paragraph 24 of the Zero Draft Outcome Document for the Rio+20 conference, which calls for a global framework on corporate sustainability reporting. It argues that sustainability reporting is important for investors, companies, governments, and stakeholders. It provides key information for decision-making and accountability. The document advocates for an agreement on an international framework for sustainability reporting to enhance transparency and assessment of the private sector's contribution to sustainable development goals.
This document is an issue of Outreach Magazine focused on the upcoming Rio+20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development. It highlights concerns that the conference needs to deliver an outcome that places societies and economies on a more just and equitable footing. It also notes that the conference offers an opportunity to change course towards a more sustainable transition. The issue profiles a number of topics to be discussed at Rio+20 related to human rights, responsibility, food/agriculture, and oceans. It provides a schedule of themes and content deadlines for contributors to the magazine covering the negotiations and events leading up to and during the conference.
This document provides an overview of disaster services training from the American Red Cross. The training covers how disasters impact communities, the Red Cross response to disasters, and volunteer opportunities. The objectives are to explain how the community and Red Cross work together during disasters, describe Red Cross services and principles, and identify next steps for becoming a disaster volunteer.
1. The Executive Committee of Disaster Preparedness Network Nepal (DPNet) is comprised of 9 members led by Chairman Mr. Badri Khanal.
2. DPNet is a non-profit organization established in 1996 to advocate for disaster management in Nepal and establish links between the government and civic groups to reduce disaster impacts.
3. DPNet aims to enhance coordination among stakeholders, suggest disaster policy initiatives, act as a resource center, and advocate for addressing disaster management issues in Nepal.
Planting Trees to Eat Fish - Field Experiences in Wetlands & Poverty ReductionWetlands International
The book is written by and for practitioners involved in planning and managing
conservation or development projects in wetlands. The book should also be an
aid to policy makers and all those trying to reconcile the apparently conflicting
goals of environment and development programmes.
2013 JCI UN Affairs Newsletter for Europe No2Sevinç Atay
The document summarizes activities related to JCI and the United Nations. Over 2,700 delegates from 47 countries attended the 2013 JCI European Conference in Monte Carlo, where the first "JCI and UN, Natural Allies" training was conducted with over 60 attendees. During the conference, many JCI organizations shared best practices in achieving UN Millennium Development Goals. Other events summarized include a JCI Regatta fundraising sailing event for malaria nets, a classic car rally in Europe, and the 2013 JCI Global Partnership Summit in New York City where a resolution was passed to engage 10,000 young people in the post-2015 development agenda. Various national JCI conventions in Germany and Turkey also featured UN forums and discussions.
Nepal pva workshop report chitwan november 2k5 finalDIPECHO Nepal
The document summarizes a participatory vulnerability analysis workshop held in Nepal from November 14-19, 2005. It provides background on vulnerability and disasters in Nepal. It then discusses the principles and process of participatory vulnerability analysis, including community participation, data collection and analysis, and tying the results to decision making. The workshop aimed to help communities better understand their vulnerabilities in order to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience.
This document provides an overview of pathways towards a green economy and sustainable development. It discusses how investing 2% of global GDP into key economic sectors could help transition the world economy onto a more environmentally sustainable path. The sectors discussed include agriculture, fisheries, water, forests, renewable energy, manufacturing, waste, buildings, transport, tourism, and cities. Transitioning to a green economy in these sectors could catalyze economic activity comparable to business as usual, while reducing environmental risks and increasing resource efficiency. The report also examines what policy changes and enabling conditions would be needed to support a global shift towards a green economy.
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Coalition, representing $2 trillion in assets, is advocating for a UN convention on corporate sustainability reporting to be adopted at Rio+20. The coalition believes mandatory reporting, or explanation for non-reporting, is needed to transition capital markets to sustainability. However, the speaker is disappointed that draft documents lack commitments and specifics. Explicit commitments and a process for negotiations are needed post-Rio to establish reporting standards that will engage all companies in sustainability.
No time for doubt- tackling urban risksURRworkshop
This document provides an overview of three case studies of urban risk interventions by Red Cross National Societies in Latin America and the Caribbean. The case studies examine programs in Cali, Colombia, Kingston, Jamaica, and Managua, Nicaragua that address issues like violence prevention, HIV awareness and economic empowerment. Beneficiary stories from each location provide personal perspectives. The document concludes with an analysis of common urban risk challenges and recommendations for how the Red Cross can improve its approach to managing urban risk through integrated programs and a holistic understanding of cities as complex systems.
1) A study in Turkey found that 50% of earthquake injuries are caused by non-structural factors like falling furniture, which can be prevented through basic preparedness measures in the home.
2) The DIPECHO program in Nepal connects different groups in society to build partnerships and contribute to disaster risk reduction through community preparedness, response, and legal protections.
3) Local knowledge plays an important role in mitigation and preparedness for disasters through practices like storytelling, songs, and traditions passed down over generations.
This document discusses the role of data in evidence-based decision making for humanitarian aid. It outlines Development Initiatives' mission to empower people to make data-informed decisions to effectively allocate resources for poverty eradication. It also discusses a case study of humanitarian needs and actors in Northern Uganda, and activities that could improve humanitarian decision making, such as establishing community-based information systems and ensuring feedback loops. Key obstacles to evidence-based decision making are the low demand for data from local decision makers and low investment in information systems.
Basic first aid techniques for moving injured persons include:
- Helping a conscious victim walk by letting them put their arms over the rescuer's shoulders.
- Carrying an unconscious person by cradling their head and pulling them away by their shoulders or clothing.
- Rolling an unconscious person onto a blanket or sleeping bag and pulling them to safety.
- With a helper, surrounding a conscious victim and helping them walk or improvising a stretcher to carry them.
Bandaging involves covering wounds or injuries to provide support, immobilization, and protection. Common bandage materials include cotton, gauze, and elastic bandages. Proper bandaging techniques such as starting from below and applying even pressure are important to avoid complications. Common types of bandages include triangular bandages, roller bandages, and special bandages like T-bandages. Slings and splints are also used to immobilize injured limbs and provide support.
The document provides information about the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and its disaster response program called Red Cross 143. It discusses the brief history of the Red Cross, its seven fundamental principles, and the Red Cross emblem. It then describes the PRC's mission and services, including its National Blood Service, Disaster Management Service, and Red Cross 143 program. Red Cross 143 aims to develop a network of community volunteers who are first responders in times of disasters and emergencies.
This presentation is designed to cover some of the principles of Basic Life Support & First Aid as of January 2012. This includes things such as;
- DRABCD
- Care for Bleeding
- Care for Shock
- First Aid for Sprains & Strains
- Care for dislocations and fractures
- Poisoning
- Burns
- Diabetic Emergencies
It is not comprehensive, but is designed to refresh those who have had any previous experience in Basic Life Support. In saying that being able to apply some of these skills is useful for anyone.
This is the latest version of the presentation.
This document provides an introduction to basic first aid, including how to treat minor injuries and medical emergencies. It explains that first aid aims to preserve life, prevent further injury, and promote recovery for a person in need of assistance. The document then gives guidance on treating specific first aid situations like nosebleeds, heart attacks, burns, and more. It also provides information on first aid training courses and resources in Singapore.
The document provides information on various first aid procedures. It discusses the objectives of first aid as preserving life, preventing worsening of conditions, and promoting recovery. It describes how to assess victims using DRABC (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation). Various first aid kits, treatments for burns, bleeding, fractures, snake bites, and more are outlined. The document emphasizes the importance of seeking immediate medical help when needed.
1. First aid provides immediate care for illness or injury until medical help arrives to prolong life, alleviate suffering, and prevent further injury.
2. A first aid kit contains essential supplies like bandages, antiseptics, gloves, and splints.
3. Common injuries and illnesses requiring first aid include fainting, nosebleeds, wounds, fractures, and burns.
4. Proper first aid techniques include controlling bleeding, preventing infection, immobilizing injuries, and seeking further help if needed.
This document summarizes the findings of an action research project that developed best practice guidelines for government agencies and linguistically diverse groups to improve communication during disasters and recovery efforts. Key findings include that building relationships with culturally and linguistically diverse communities before disasters occurs is critical. The document outlines best practices such as having cultural liaisons in place, coordinating simple messaging, and ensuring access to information for all communities. Next steps include encouraging nationwide adoption of the guidelines and continuing to support best practices.
The Canadian Red Cross provides disaster relief and injury prevention services across Canada through volunteers. Their mission is to improve lives of vulnerable people through mobilizing humanity. They operate disaster management and personal disaster assistance programs to provide relief during emergencies. They also deliver injury prevention programs. Volunteers receive training and work as part of teams to support those affected by disasters. In 2017, the Red Cross in Manitoba responded to 10 disasters and provided relief to hundreds of people.
This document summarizes an orientation for ALERT chairpersons on disaster preparedness and relief. It discusses the principles of preparedness, the role of chairpersons in analyzing risks, developing plans, and identifying partnerships. It also reviews Lions' commitment to relief efforts over the past year and results from a needs assessment survey. Resources described include the ALERT guide, checklists, and information on applying for LCIF emergency grants to support immediate disaster needs.
Emergency Preparedness Demonstration Project March 2009 .docxgidmanmary
This document provides an overview and guide for conducting a community-based vulnerability assessment. It describes a multi-step process for identifying hazards, mapping areas at risk, inventorying vulnerable populations and facilities, and engaging community members. The goal is to help communities understand risks and develop strategies to reduce vulnerabilities, especially for socially vulnerable groups. The assessment incorporates both physical and social vulnerability factors and is intended to be conducted with input from diverse community stakeholders.
This document provides an overview of communication practices used by the American Red Cross during times of crisis and disaster. It discusses how the Red Cross relies on communicators to inform various stakeholders about its relief efforts. Key communication tactics used include proactive messaging before disasters, reactive responses during emergencies, and interactive engagement via social media. The document also briefly summarizes several Red Cross responses to notable crises, such as the Nepal earthquake, Boston Marathon bombings, and Winter Storm Jonas.
The document provides an annual review of the Disaster Recovery International Foundation for 2015. It summarizes the foundation's vision of building resilient communities worldwide and its mission of promoting disaster risk reduction through partnerships and education and aiding recovery efforts through fundraising and volunteerism. Some of the key achievements in 2015 included raising $76,600 in donations, a 47% increase from 2014, awarding 6 disaster relief grants, and engaging 93 volunteers. The foundation focused relief efforts on the 2015 Nepal earthquakes, raising $21,000 and supporting organizations providing relief, safe water, and rebuilding homes. It also supported local Texas communities impacted by disasters.
1) A disaster is defined as any event that causes damage, ecological disruption, loss of life, deterioration of health services, and warrants an extraordinary response. Disaster management aims to minimize deaths and losses through preparedness and planning.
2) Key factors that affect disasters include population growth, poverty, rapid urbanization, and environmental degradation. Disaster management involves preparing for, responding to, and rebuilding after natural and human-made disasters.
3) India's National Disaster Management Authority oversees various agencies that are responsible for forecasting and responding to different disaster types such as floods, cyclones, earthquakes, and epidemics.
1) A disaster is defined as any event that causes damage, ecological disruption, loss of life, deterioration of health services, and warrants an extraordinary response. Disaster management aims to minimize deaths and losses through preparedness and planning.
2) Key factors that affect disasters include population growth, poverty, rapid urbanization, and environmental degradation. Disaster management involves preparedness, response, recovery and rebuilding after natural or human-made disasters.
3) India has established agencies and plans to manage different disaster types through various ministries and organizations. Nodal agencies coordinate response while the National Disaster Management Authority oversees overall coordination and policy.
This document provides an overview and instructions for a Train-the-Trainer responder manual. It outlines the mission, vision, and values of the American Red Cross. It also summarizes the fundamentals of response, code of conduct, and instructions for accessing online training courses. Finally, it describes the process for registering for classroom training and outlines the steps for a ride-along shift orientation.
This document summarizes the partnership between the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and Delahaye Medialink to provide a daily news digest evaluation service. The service monitors international news coverage of WFP and provides timely alerts about misreporting or factual inaccuracies. It has evolved over 12 months to now serve as both a real-time monitoring tool and historical reporting tool. The partnership helps WFP improve media coverage and address issues proactively.
The document summarizes that:
1) The Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR) has been designated as an International Centre of Excellence (ICoE) by the Integrated Research on Disaster Risk (IRDR) program, making it one of seven global centers contributing to disaster risk reduction.
2) ICLR's focus as an ICoE will be on improving the disaster resilience of homes, buildings, and public infrastructure through research, knowledge sharing, and promoting policy changes.
3) ICLR recently completed a basement flood retrofit project in Windsor, Ontario to showcase cost-effective measures homeowners can take to reduce flood risks.
Community Activities means activity in the community, undertaken by your trustees, directors, employees or volunteers. Activity of community is the Community work involved in local or neighborhood groups or associations, volunteer or unpaid worker involved in a non-profit, not-for-profit, just work for humanity. Activity of community is including the alert, response, emergency, and recovery for an individual, groups, society as well as community.
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The document discusses engaging Rotary clubs and volunteers in effective disaster management. It provides an overview of disaster management concepts and frameworks in Nigeria, including defining key terms like hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities. It also outlines the objectives, prevalent hazards, and functions of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Nigeria, including its organizational structure. The presentation aims to highlight the role of volunteers in disaster management and how Rotary clubs and members can get involved.
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Citizen Corps is a national program established after 9/11 that seeks to involve citizens in community safety and emergency response efforts. It coordinates various partners like Medical Reserve Corps, Community Emergency Response Teams, and Volunteers in Police Service to provide training and volunteer opportunities. The Schoolcraft County Citizen Corps Council oversees local CERT and MRC programs, promotes emergency preparedness, and supports response agencies through community events, outreach, and training.
Introducing the RotaryGlobalRun4Water, a fundraiser for Rotary, Rotaract and Interact clubs planned for the week of September 30th, 2012 with the goal or raising awareness and funds for clean water and sanitation. We hope you are inspired to join us. Sign up and learn more at http://www.rotaryglobalrun4water.org
Rotary's Areas of Focus include Peace and Conflict Prevention, Disease Prevention and Treatment, Water and Sanitation, Maternal and Child Health, Basic Education and Literacy, and Economic and Community Development. The document provides examples of projects and needs in each area, as well as suggestions for what individuals and clubs can do to get involved. It also summarizes Rotary's Future Vision plan, which streamlined grant types and focused resources on larger, more sustainable projects aligned with the six areas of focus.
The Civil Defense Action Group (CDAG) is a non-governmental organization established in 1977 to disseminate information and gather reports during emergencies. It was reorganized in 1992 and 2001, and renamed in 2007. CDAG has over 4,000 members nationwide with capabilities in fire suppression, search and rescue, emergency medical services, and disaster relief operations.
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The webinar provided an overview of literacy programs offered by Reading is Fundamental (RIF), USO, and The Hadley School for the Blind. RIF aims to motivate children to read and has distributed over 410 million books. The USO's United Through Reading program allows deployed parents to read stories to their children. The Hadley School provides distance education courses in braille and assistive technologies to over 10,000 blind students annually. Representatives from each organization discussed partnership opportunities for Lions clubs to support literacy and education initiatives.
This annual report summarizes Lions Clubs International's global service activities from 2011-2012. It shows that Lions clubs organized nearly 450,000 service projects serving over 200 million people and investing over 550 million hours of service. Key areas of service included community and culture projects, health and wellness activities, disaster relief, and environmental sustainability. The report provides an overview of Lions' global impact and commitment to community service in all regions of the world.
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The document discusses low vision, which is vision that cannot be fully corrected by glasses, contacts, surgery or medication and makes everyday tasks difficult. It notes that while vision changes with age, vision loss is not normal aging. Common causes of low vision are outlined. Signs of low vision and the importance of eye exams are covered. Low vision assessments and rehabilitation services and devices that can help people adapt are described. The document emphasizes being proactive by learning about options and asking one's eye doctor questions.
The document discusses how vision changes are common as people age but can often be corrected. It emphasizes the importance of regular comprehensive dilated eye exams starting at age 50 to detect eye diseases early, as the risk of conditions like age-related macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma increases with age. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and asking your eye care professional questions can also help protect your vision as you age.
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The document promotes the Reading Action Program, which calls on Lions clubs to focus on literacy and access to educational resources in their communities. It encourages clubs to get involved through volunteer activities like serving as readers, supporting Braille literacy, organizing book drives, and helping build classrooms. Clubs can find resources on the LCI website including project ideas, success stories, and ways to report literacy projects. Clubs are also encouraged to use social media to share their stories and assess community needs using the provided questionnaire.
Este documento trata sobre la responsabilidad de los asesores de proporcionar información a los clubes sobre proyectos de servicios ambientales como la plantación de árboles y el reciclaje. También proporciona detalles sobre el concurso de fotografía ambiental de los Leones, incluidas las categorías y las reglas. Finalmente, agradece a los participantes y proporciona un contacto para obtener más información.
This document discusses environmental awareness and sustainability for Lions Clubs. It outlines the duties of an Environmental Chairperson, including motivating clubs to do service projects and promoting participation in initiatives like the photo contest. Survey results showed clubs want better communication of ideas and resources. Top reported service activities were tree planting, recycling, and cleanups. The discussion section asks questions about local environmental issues clubs address and challenges they face in organizing projects.
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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3. Asking Questions
Using the control panel:
1. Raise your hand using
the icon during the Q & A
segment
2. Type your question in the
“Questions” box during
the presentation
3
4. Today‟s Presentation
Disaster Preparedness and Relief
•Role of ALERT Chairperson
Resources
• ALERT Guide
• LCIF Emergency Grant
Ready When the Time Comes
• Partnering with the Canadian Red Cross
• RWTC Volunteer Information
Discussion Session
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5. Role of ALERT Chairpersons
Plan
Evaluate/ Organize/
Improve Equip
Exercise Train
Disaster Preparedness and Relief is a continuous
cycle of taking corrective action in an effort to ensure
effective coordination during incident response.
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6. POLL QUESTION?
What types of Natural Disasters
affect your Area?
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7. Resources for Disaster Preparedness & Relief
• ALERT Planning materials
Lions ALERT guide
Checklist – How to Develop a Lions ALERT Plan
Checklist – Personal Safety
Checklist – After a Disaster Occurs
View some Sample Plans in Action
Visit our website to
access the activity
planning resources
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8. ALERT Guide
The ALERT guide will help you:
• Understand the different levels of
an emergency and phases of
emergency management.
• Organize a Lions ALERT
Committee.
• Develop an emergency response
and communication plan.
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9. LCIF Emergency Grant
• Since 1985, the Foundation has been
able to award more than US$36.7
million in disaster relief funds through
this grant program
• Each year LCIF awards between
US$1.2 and US$1.4 million in
Emergency grants, mostly for flooding.
• Lions district governors may apply for
funds to help meet immediate needs
such as:
Food
Water
Clothing
Medical supplies
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10. Sarah Graham
Partnerships Manager
Canadian Red Cross
http://www.redcross.ca
Sarah.Graham@redcross.ca
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12. PARTNERING WITH THE RED CROSS –
The Red Cross is one of the
most recognized and trusted
emblems in the world
When asked: “How much trust would you
have in the Canadian Red Cross as a credible
source of information or programming?”
94% of Canadians expressed “great trust”
- Environics Poll 2007
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13. CANADIAN RED CROSS
AREAS OF EXCELLENCE
“Improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in
Canada and around the world.”
Disaster Response and Recovery
Injury Prevention
Violence & Abuse Prevention
Community Health Programs
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14. CANADIAN RED CROSS – DISASTER
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Prevention Preparedness Response Recovery
Red Cross expertise supports Canadians
and their communities to prevent, prepare
for, respond to and recover from
emergencies.
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15. READY WHEN THE TIME COMES:
BACKGROUND
Piloted by American Red Cross in 2001
2009: Ready When the Times Comes
(RWTC) was launched nationally in
Canada with our founding sponsor
Acklands-Grainger
Partnerships are on-going in Atlantic,
Western Canada, Ontario and Quebec
12 RWTC partnerships with
Organizations and Companies across
Canada
Currently over 1,800 RWTC registered
reservist volunteers in Canada
Goal to have 5,500 RWTC reservist
volunteers trained by 2015
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16. READY WHEN THE TIME COMES (RWTC)
WHEN DISASTER STRIKES
Role of RWTC
Supports the development of an emergency
preparedness and response culture in Canada
Strengthens the RC volunteer force that is
ready to respond in the event of a major
disaster
Facilitates organizational commitment to
disaster preparedness and response
Empowers individuals with knowledge and
supportive behaviors to adopt in case of
disaster
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17. WE WORK WITH YOU:
RWTC CORPORATE PARTNERS
National Partnerships Regional Partnerships
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18. RED CROSS AND LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL:
A COMMON GOAL TO BUILD SAFER COMMUNITIES
Supporting Canadians through
Disaster Preparedness and
Response
Be “Ready When the Time
Comes”
Helping build strong
neighbourhoods all across
Canada
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19. READY WHEN THE TIME COMES:
VOLUNTEERS SUPPORT...
Shelter and Reception Centre
services including:
• Family Reunification assistance
• Lodging, food and clothing vouchers
• Front desk reception and information
support
• Assembling hygiene and clean up kits
• Setting up cots
• Handing out water and blankets
“One of the best things is knowing that
you can help with human interaction – Community Outreach
• Call centre support
You can help people just by listening”
• Delivery of supplies
• Performing case assessments
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20. HOW DO I BECOME A RWTC VOLUNTEER?
Step 1: Sign-up to become a RWTC
Volunteer and register on ITM
Step 2: Complete online course
“Introduction to the Movement”
Step 3: Attend one day training
session “Volunteering in Emergency
Situations”
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21. STEP ONE: SIGNING UP (ITM)
MONTH DAY, YEAR TITLE OF THE PRESENTATION 21
24. STEP TWO: TAKING THE ON-LINE INTRODUCTION TO
DISASTER MANAGEMENT TRAINING COURSE
This course is a self-study tool. This manual is comprised of two
distinct modules:
Module 1 - The Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement
Module 2 - Disaster Management
MONTH DAY, YEAR TITLE OF THE PRESENTATION 24
25. STEP THREE: PARTICIPATING IN THE IN-CLASS
TRAINING (ONE DAY)
MONTH DAY, YEAR TITLE OF THE PRESENTATION 25
27. DO I HAVE TO RESPOND IF CALLED UPON?
No - all assignments are voluntary.
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28. WHAT DO RWTC VOLUNTEERS DO IN THE
PERIODS BETWEEN DISASTERS?
29. NEXT STEPS
Make the commitment
Register on ITM
Take the on-line „Introduction to Disaster Management‟ course
Sign up for and attend the „Volunteering in Emergency
Situations‟ one- day in-class training
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30. LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL
AND RED CROSS
WORKING TOGETHER...
“FOR THOSE WHO HAVE LOST EVERYTHING, TAKING
A VOLUNTEER’S HAND IS THE FIRST STEP LEADING
BACK TO A NORMAL LIFE.”
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32. Asking Questions
Using the control panel:
1. Raise your hand using
the icon during the Q & A
segment
2. Type your question in the
“Questions” box during
the presentation
32
33. Thank you for your participation
Please contact us if you have any questions:
programs@lionsclubs.org
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Editor's Notes
Good evening and welcome ALERT Chairpersons!We have a special webinar in store for you today, in collaboration with the Canadian Red Cross we will be presenting information on disaster preparedness and relief volunteer opportunities in the Canadian region. Joining us today we have Sarah Graham from the Canadian Red Cross who will be presenting information on the “Ready When the Time Comes” volunteer program.
After you hear from Sarah, we would like to give you an opportunity to ask her questions about ways that Lions can get involved. You may also share your experiences under the ALERT program and what your districts are doing to prepare communities to respond and recover from natural disasters and other emergenices.There are two ways you can submit your questions and comments to us... you can either raise your hand when we begin to open up the lines during the Q & A segment or you can submit your questions using the “questions” log.All of you should see a control panel on your screen, which is where you will find the hand icon [show] and questions box [show]. You will note that all of your lines are muted at this point. As we go through the presentation we ask that you use the control panel to submit your questions and comments. We may address your questions as we go, but we also some time at the end to address your questions. I should note that the webcast is being recorded and the video recording will be posted on the LCI website. We will add a link to the recording on the service activity report Web page and also send it to everyone who registered for today’s webcast.
We will begin today’s presentation with some general information on the ALERT Chairperson roles and responsibilities to give you some clarity as to what your duties are with regards to disaster preparedness and relief in your communities.The second component will focus on the resources available that will assist you in developing your preparedness plans, forming new partnerships, and applying for support through the LCIF Emergency grant program.Sarah Graham the partnerships manager at the Canadian Red Cross will then present information on the “Ready When the Time Comes” volunteer program. She will inform you on how you can partner with the red cross on a local level and engage in trainings and collaborate on disaster preparedness projects.We will conclude our presentation with a discussion session. Throughout the presentation please be sure to submit any questions that you may have so that we can address them at the end. Sarah will be more than happy to answer any questions that you may have.
Although there are different natural disasters in different geographic locations, the principles of disaster preparedness remain universal.Whether you are preparing for a potential tsunami or happen to live near a volcano we have established some general rules of preparedness:Planning for a potential disaster is key! Having an ALERT plan in place will help you strategize your emergency relief practices. It is also important to share this plan with your district to ensure that everyone is on the same page with regards to the plan.Organizing and equipping your club with the tools needed to prepare for a potential disaster is also very important. Once you have established your ALERT plan it is necessary to have the tools needed to execute the plan. This can include preparing a kit which includes valuable disaster relief materials like a flash light, batteries, bottled water, rope, etc. Training your club members on how to respond once a disaster hits will solidify the planning and create for better preparation. Once a club is trained on how to respond to a natural disaster they will feel confident in becoming leaders in their communities.Exercising your proposed plan of action is important after planning, organizing, and training. Practicing the plan in place will help members gain familiarity with the plan in place.Evaluating its efficiency and looking for areas of improvement will help strengthen your plan. You can review your ALERT plan with others and assess ways to improve it.These are general guidelines that we use for disaster preparedness. To what extend your club will be involved in relief and recovery will depend on the nature of the emergency, resources and expertise that are available to you at the local level, and specific guidelines provided by your local disaster management authorities. As the appointed ALERT Chairperson, it is important that you understand who the key players in your district (or multiple district) and involve them in all aspects of your preparedness activities.
The following resources will serve to assist you in your planning process. ALERT Planning materials (available on the LCI Web site):Lions ALERT guideChecklist – How to Develop a Lions ALERT PlanChecklist – Personal SafetyChecklist – After a Disaster OccursView some Sample Plans in Action
The ALERT guide is a great resource for disaster preparedness and relief. There is a lot of great information that will:Help you identify the different levels of emergencyTeach you how to organize a Lions ALERT CommitteeShow you how to develop an Emergency response planIntroduce you to the four phases of emergency managementProvide you with basic planning guidelinesGive you tools on how to communicate effectively during a crisisYou can download our ALERT guide online!
Since 1985, the Foundation has been able to award more than Emergency grants is closer to US$36.7 million. Each year LCIF awards between US$1.2 and US$1.4 million in Emergency grants, mostly for flooding.•You should familiarize yourself with the LCIF Emergency grant criteria in advance. LCIF recommends that you contact them in advance to get ideas on what types of relief activities can be implemented using the Emergency grant funds. Especially those Chairpersons that live in areas where disasters are frequent. •Emergency grants may not be requested for man-made calamities, famine, drought, infestations, disease outbreaks, political strife, war or refugee situations. Only immediate needs following a natural disaster. •The District Governor must make the request to LCIF for Emergency grants within 30 days of the disaster's occurrence. After 30 days, requests are no longer valid as the immediate need phase has passed. We highly recommend that you have an ALERT Plan in place before applying for the grant. Please visit the foundations website to learn more.
I would now like to introduce our guest speaker, Sarah Graham, the Partnerships Manager for the Canadian Red Cross, who will provide a presentation on the various opportunities to get involved, including the Ready When the Time Comes program.
This sentiment was supported in the ‘Moneysense Charity 100 Survey 2012’ which gave the CRC a rating of A+ / the highest rating for the top 12 large charities in Canada.If looking at our programming in disaster manangement, around 80% of Canadians reported that they give to the Red Cross for their work in this area – a testimony that they think we, that includes are volunteers, are doing a great job.
The CRC is on of 186 societies around the world. Together we are able to respond to emergencies affecting the well-being and protection of people around the world. Do you want to mention some of our current areas of programming? Haiti/ Sahal area…. Look on our website see what is highlighted.Share the mission statement of the CRC and then comment that “ This is how we do it in Canada”NOTE: mention that you go into the details agains Disaster Response and Recovery later in the presentationInjury Prevention:600,000 trained in First Aid per year1.2 million enrolled in Swimming per yearViolence & Abuse Prevention:290,000 trained per year Community health
Mention that these are the four pillars in Disaster Management and RC programming addresses all pillars. Last year, this has been demonstrated in our work in Slave Lake (still there looking after the recovery) – What happened – wild fires and 15,000 people were affected and 400 homes destroyed. In the response phase, the CRC engaged 360 volunteers and they worked for 60,000. Montegerie, Quebec – (one of CRC Quebec’s largest responses) flooding which lead to widespread displacement in 22 municipalities. 594 volunteers were engaged, 3,000 individual were supported.Most recently.....
Piloted by the ARC – now in around 52 cities across the USA. If we look at NY alone, 49 partners.This is where I raised the bit about how interest in the program grows after disaster… too late to support those areas which is why we need to build surge capacity in Canada now – before the disaster strikesWhere we are going: For example, in the West, we have identified 35 cities and in the Atlantic area, we are going to be in 11 geographic areas.Stress that Acklands-Grainger founding sponsor which stemmed from their involvement in the US RWTC program.
Common goal and vision related to organisational responsibility and opportunity to support communities in need.This includes building resiliency: Resilient communities are informed and understand the risks and hazardsAre personally prepared and have a plan in placeArea able to harness local resources (e.g. Ack- Gr) and expertise (e.g. the volunt)This is demonstrated in the goal of the program (detailed on the slide)
-Discuss various touch points/retention activities.
Thank you, Sarah, for the wonderful presentation. I would now like to turn to our audience for any questions about the ALERT program and opportunities for collaboration with the Canadian Red Cross.
As I mentioned at the beginning of the presentation, there are two ways you can submit your questions and comments to us. We will start by addressing questions that were submitted through the “questions” log and then open individual lines that will allow you to ask questions directly. We just ask that you raise your hand so that we know when to open your line. [Start taking questions from the “questions” box.]
Well, we hope that this session was helpful to you as you plan and execute disaster preparedness activities in your area. We encourage you to stay in contact with us and let us know how we can further support you in your efforts. I would like to give a special thanks to Sarah for joining us this evening. And you all for participating in the discussion. We will post a recording of today’s webcast on the LCI website should you wish to share it with your district leaders and other Lions in your area. Thanks again for joining us tonight.