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25.01.2022 Emergencies can strike at anytime, anywhere and without warning. Get prepared during Emergency Preparedness Week, 31 August 6 September with our partner Australian Red Cross and check out these helpful resources for before, during and after an emergency: https://www.redcross.org.au/prepare

24.01.2022 Were looking forward to an exciting start on Day Four of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek! At 1pm AEST we welcome a panel of leading resilience minds to discuss the question that the events of 2020 have us grappling with: What do we need to be resilient to? Join Melissa Parsons (University of New England Armidale), Cheryl Durrant (Climate Emergency Strategist), Emergency Management Australia Director General Rob Cameron (Department of Home Affairs) Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons (Res...ilience NSW) and former Resilient Melbourne Chief Resilience Officer Toby Kent. Follow us on Twitter to catch all the action on the last day of our virtual event! twitter.com/AIDR_News

23.01.2022 Join AIDR for the Flood Emergency Planning for Disaster Resilience Handbook showcase. Hear from leading Australian experts as they delve into the principles and practice of flood emergency planning for disaster resilience. Register for the free webinar today https://bit.ly/32xco1G

23.01.2022 AFAC is calling all young fire and emergency service volunteers! Share your story and the extraordinary challenges you face to help with The Positive Mental He...alth Research Program. This research is all about how to best support your mental health and wellbeing as part of a fire and emergency service agency. Fill out the short online survey today! https://bit.ly/2G47TDq

22.01.2022 The July 2020 edition of the Australian Journal of Emergency Management is out now! With the central theme of disaster risk reduction, this AJEM includes case studies and reflections on disasters from the past. The edition, also explores how land use planning decisions can expose communities to decades of future natural hazard risk.... Read the latest news, views and research online nowhttps://bit.ly/3188ID1 #AJEM

21.01.2022 Lets begin! Its Day One of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek! Were excited to launch our program of speakers and sessions to explore disaster #resilience and #riskreduction now and into the future. Today we explore how we can collaborate for impact, beginning with our Keynote Speaker, catastrophic risk expert Alice Hill: www.alicehillresilience.com Join us on Twitter to be part of the conversation: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

21.01.2022 Let's begin! It's Day One of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek! We're excited to launch our program of speakers and sessions to explore disaster #resilience and #riskreduction now and into the future. Today we explore how we can collaborate for impact, beginning with our Keynote Speaker, catastrophic risk expert Alice Hill: www.alicehillresilience.com Join us on Twitter to be part of the conversation: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

21.01.2022 We're excited to bring the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference to Sydney in 2021! Next year we will explore the intersection of community-led practice and strategic policy in disaster resilience. Be part of the program - submit your abstract now: aidr.org.au/adrc

21.01.2022 We're looking forward to another fantastic lineup of speakers for Day Two of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek! Today we're focusing on local leadership, with presentations on councils and risk reduction, Indigenous resilience and community-led recovery. Join us on Twitter for all the highlights from today's program: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

20.01.2022 AIDR is excited to announce that abstract submissions for the Sydney 2021 Australian Disaster Resilience Conference are now OPEN! Contribute to the national conversation about community engagement in disaster resilience and collaborative decision making to reduce risk. Find out more https://bit.ly/2V4ANZl ... Resilience NSW, Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW SES, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, Surf Life Saving NSW, Bureau of Meteorology

19.01.2022 The #OurWorldOurSay survey report follows a comprehensive consultation of young Australians on climate change and natural hazards. The report surveyed 1447 young Australians, 10 to 24 years old, across every state and territory. Its clear that young Australians understand the link between climate change and natural hazards but feel ill-equipped to prevent or prepare for disasters. 90% of young Australians reported experiencing at least one natural hazard in the last three years and 64% had experienced three or more. UNICEF Australian Red Cross Save the Children Australia Plan International Oaktree World Vision Australia ABC Education Read the full report: https://www.aidr.org.au//ourworldoursay-youth-survey-repor

18.01.2022 Its Day Three of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek and today were looking at how communities are creating change to support their #safety and #resilience before, during and after #disaster. Today we hear a #youth perspective on climate change and example of community-led recovery and resilience. Were also excited to launch our latest #AIDRHandbook: Community Engagement for Disaster Resilience. Stay up to date on all the action with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

18.01.2022 This year, were bringing our #ADRC20 conference posters to you via Twitter! During #KnowledgeWeek were showcasing the latest disaster #resilience and #riskreduction research and projects virtually. Follow #ADRC20Poster to browse the submissions and connect with the presenters online: https://twitter.com/search Want to keep up with all the action from Day Three of Knowledge Week? Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

17.01.2022 Contribute to the development of a national Disaster Risk handbook. AIDR is scoping the development of Australia’s inaugural handbook on disaster risk and invites you to take part in a five-minute survey to share your thoughts. Have your say now: https://www.aidr.org.au//contribute-to-the-upcoming-disas/

17.01.2022 With increasing climactic conditions, including drought and floods, farmers need the right risk management strategies to manage uncertainty. Insights from Kerry Battersby from Queensland Farmers' Federation and Dr Shabaz Mushtaq & Dr Jarrod Kath from University of Southern Queensland - Australia on Day 4 of #KnowledgeWeek August 27 at 2:30pm - 2:55pm AEST. Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

17.01.2022 Representing a cross section of the Australian economy, how might the Australian Business Roundtable for Disaster Resilience and Safer Communities influence resilience-based decision-making? Insights from Shauna Coffey on Day 4 of #KnowledgeWeek August 27 at 2:00-2:45 AEST. Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

17.01.2022 What a week! Its the final day of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek and were wrapping up the event with a focus on business fostering resilience. Dont forget to browse our impressive virtual poster collection on Twitter with #ADRC20Poster and follow us to keep up to date with todays presentations: https://bit.ly/2EdPELf

17.01.2022 Disaster risk management practices are not accessible to all. Disability Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction in Australia - DIDRR Australia Professor Michelle Villeneuve from University of Sydney explains the role of peer support in emergency preparedness with people with disabilities. Tune in on Day 1 of #KnowledgeWeek August 24 at 2:30pm - 2:55pm AEST. Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

15.01.2022 Ex-tropical cyclone Debbie hit Lismore in 2017, the third highest flood on record. Elly Bird from Resilient Lismore - Lismore Helping Hands highlights the critical importance of community-led participation in recovery. Tune in on Day 3 of #KnowledgeWeek August 26 at 2:30pm - 2:55pm AEST. ... Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

14.01.2022 Get involved in the fourth and final day of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek! Today is all about how #business can foster #resilience for a safer and stronger future. Keep up with us on Twitter for all the day's highlights, including our exciting panel event with resilience leaders, insights from the Australian Business Roundtable for Disaster Resilience and Safer Communities, farm and crop insurance in a changing climate, and investing in resilience. Join the conversation now: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

14.01.2022 Register for #KnowledgeWeek now to make sure your mug and biscuits to arrive in time for the virtual conference stocks are limited, dont miss out! There are so many ways to take part over the four-day event. Explore the program and registration options: https://bit.ly/2V4ANZl #ADRC20

14.01.2022 The 2019-2020 Major Incidents Report is now available on the AIDR Knowledge Hub. This report provides an overview of major incidents and highlights significant events that have been of impact or consequence for fire and emergency services. Check out the latest report https://bit.ly/2EiDqRm

13.01.2022 Flooding poses a significant risk to Australian communities and it is essential that proactive flood emergency plans are developed to guide responses. Next week, Join AIDR for the Flood Emergency Planning for Disaster Resilience Handbook showcase. Hear from leading Australian experts as they unpack the principles and practice of flood emergency planning for disaster resilience.... Register for the free webinar today https://bit.ly/32xco1G

13.01.2022 What a week! It's the final day of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek and we're wrapping up the event with a focus on business fostering resilience. Don't forget to browse our impressive virtual poster collection on Twitter with #ADRC20Poster and follow us to keep up to date with today's presentations: https://bit.ly/2EdPELf

12.01.2022 Disaster #resilience is complex, so how are wicked problems solved? SAFECOMs Miriam Lumb and Emily Humphreys from Wicked Lab answer. Find out on Day 1 of #KnowledgeWeek August 24 at 2:00pm - 2:25pm AEST. Register now: https://bit.ly/3fI7W3Y #ADRC20

11.01.2022 Were looking forward to another fantastic lineup of speakers for Day Two of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek! Today were focusing on local leadership, with presentations on councils and risk reduction, Indigenous resilience and community-led recovery. Join us on Twitter for all the highlights from todays program: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

11.01.2022 This year weve moved the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference online! Just one week to go before registrations close for the virtual Australian Disaster Resilience Conference presents Knowledge Week. Dont miss out on this jam-packed week! Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc ... #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek

11.01.2022 We're excited to bring you our virtual poster display as part of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek taking place 24-27 Aug! Join us on Twitter (@AIDR_News) and follow #ADRC20Posters to browse all the poster submissions and connect with the presenters online. Explore more from our online event: aidr.org.au/adrc

10.01.2022 We're so excited to launch #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek today! Keep an eye out for our virtual poster display on Twitter all this week - your chance to view disaster #resilience and #riskreduction thinking online and connect with the presenters. Follow #ADRC20Posters to browse the submissions. We'll also bring you highlights across week via Twitter. Follow us to join the conversation: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

10.01.2022 NSW University of Sydney Associate Professors Dr. Amanda Howard and Dr. Margot Rawsthorne share research on community-led disaster resilience for a collaborative approach in climate change adaption. Featuring on Day 3 of #KnowledgeWeek August 26 at 3:00pm - 3:25pm AEST. Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

10.01.2022 Registrations are now OPEN for the virtual Australian Disaster Resilience Conference presents Knowledge Week! In the context of a global pandemic and large scale disasters that 2020 has presented us with, join AIDR as we examine the theme of: Disaster risk reduction in action: pathways to impact. Register now! https://bit.ly/2V4ANZl ... #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek

09.01.2022 We're looking forward to an exciting start on Day Four of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek! At 1pm AEST we welcome a panel of leading resilience minds to discuss the question that the events of 2020 have us grappling with: What do we need to be resilient to? Join Melissa Parsons (University of New England Armidale), Cheryl Durrant (Climate Emergency Strategist), Emergency Management Australia Director General Rob Cameron (Department of Home Affairs) Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons (Res...ilience NSW) and former Resilient Melbourne Chief Resilience Officer Toby Kent. Follow us on Twitter to catch all the action on the last day of our virtual event! twitter.com/AIDR_News

09.01.2022 How do we prepare for more extreme climate and weather events? Former National Security Council Director and presidential assistant Alice Hill opens #KnowledgeWeek as keynote speaker, with insights on building #resilience in a more hazard-prone future #ADRC20 Register and explore the full program: www.aidr.org.au/adrc

08.01.2022 A big thank you to everyone who led the conversation on Day Two of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek as we explored the theme 'local leadership' and new paths toward community-centred #resilience. This includes all of our participants at our Australian Disaster Resilience Network virtual afternoon tea - laying the foundations for a collaboration platform tailored to you. Find out more: www.linkedin.com/groups/10493514/ We'll see you tomorrow for more! Check the program for what to expect: www.aidr.org.au/adrc

08.01.2022 This year, we're bringing our #ADRC20 conference posters to you via Twitter! During #KnowledgeWeek we're showcasing the latest disaster #resilience and #riskreduction research and projects virtually. Follow #ADRC20Poster to browse the submissions and connect with the presenters online: https://twitter.com/search Want to keep up with all the action from Day Three of Knowledge Week? Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

08.01.2022 Join us for the highly anticipated webinar launch of the Community Engagement for Disaster Resilience handbook! Hear from leading experts as they unpack the principles of community engagement for disaster resilience. Tune in to Day 3 of #ADRC #KnowledgeWeek August 26 at 3:30-4:30pm AEST. ... Register for the free webinar today: www.aidr.org.au/adrc

08.01.2022 The July 2020 edition of the Australian Journal of Emergency Management (AJEM) is now available on the AIDR Knowledge Hub. Browse news and research articles relating to the issue theme of disaster risk reduction: www.knowledge.aidr.org.au/resources/ajem-july-2020/

08.01.2022 We finish #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek with a focus on the future and renewed energy to seek creative and collaborative partnerships to build resilience in communities, in business, into our systems and on the land. Thanks to all of todays presenters and participants for contributing to these important discussions. Missed out on an ADRC Knowledge Week presentation? Catch up on all the action this week on the AIDR Knowledge Hub, where we will make this weeks sessions available: h...ttps://knowledge.aidr.org.au//australian-disaster-resili/ Explore some of todays themes in more detail, including the Australian Disaster Resilience Index, the first national-scale snapshot of disaster resilience in Australia, from the Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC: https://www.adri.bnhcrc.com.au/ Find some of the key documents central to our discussions today, such as the National Disaster Risk Reduction Framework, Australians Vulnerability Profile and Guidance for Strategic Decisions on Climate and Risk in the Disaster Risk Reduction Collection, on the AIDR Knowledge Hub: https://knowledge.aidr.org.au/coll/disaster-risk-reduction/ Find out more about the Australian Business Roundtable for Disaster Resilience and Safer Communities: http://australianbusinessroundtable.com.au/ Explore the Drought and Climate Adaptation Program on the Queensland Farmers Federation website: https://www.qff.org.au/projects/insurance/ Whether you joined from your office or from home, from a capital city, regional centre or rural town, for the whole week or just a few sessions, we hope that Knowledge Week had you connecting, reflecting, and feeling inspired to put disaster risk reduction in action. #ThankYou

07.01.2022 Jo Brown from Southern Grampians and Glenelg Primary Care Partnership shares insights on health systems and pcps and their crucial influence on building community #resilience to climate change. Join us on Day 1 of #KnowledgeWeek August 24 at 3:00pm - 3:25pm AEST. Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

07.01.2022 That's a wrap for #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek Day One! Thanks to all of our presenters who explored the topic 'collaborating for impact' for disaster #resilience and #riskreduction Want to catch up on all the action from today? Jump over to our Twitter page for more, including some of the great #ADRC20Poster submissions we've received so far! www.twitter.com/AIDR_News Stay tuned for more tomorrow and check out what to expect at the event page: www.aidr.org.au/adrc

06.01.2022 It's Day Three of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek and today we're looking at how communities are creating change to support their #safety and #resilience before, during and after #disaster. Today we hear a #youth perspective on climate change and example of community-led recovery and resilience. We're also excited to launch our latest #AIDRHandbook: Community Engagement for Disaster Resilience. Stay up to date on all the action with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

04.01.2022 Is it time for a different direction of emergency management in local councils? Local Government Association of South Australia Kathleen Brannigan and Kate Savage share their #CouncilReady initiative for improved cross-sector #collaboration. Tune in on Day 2 of #KnowledgeWeek August 25 at 2:00pm - 2:25pm AEST. ... Register now: https://bit.ly/3fI7W3Y #ADRC20

04.01.2022 Were excited to bring you our virtual poster display as part of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek taking place 24-27 Aug! Join us on Twitter (@AIDR_News) and follow #ADRC20Posters to browse all the poster submissions and connect with the presenters online. Explore more from our online event: aidr.org.au/adrc

04.01.2022 On Day Two of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek we're putting the spotlight on local leadership. Don't forget to keep an eye out for our virtual poster display on Twitter all this week. Follow #ADRC20Poster to browse the submissions: https://twitter.com/search Find us on Twitter to keep up with highlights from today's presentations: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

04.01.2022 Keep an eye out for our #ADRC20 poster display on Twitter next week - part of #KnowledgeWeek. The virtual display is your chance to view disaster #resilience and #riskreduction thinking online and connect with the presenters. Follow #ADRC20Posters to browse the submissions! Follow us on Twitter: @AIDR_News

04.01.2022 Were so excited to launch #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek today! Keep an eye out for our virtual poster display on Twitter all this week - your chance to view disaster #resilience and #riskreduction thinking online and connect with the presenters. Follow #ADRC20Posters to browse the submissions. Well also bring you highlights across week via Twitter. Follow us to join the conversation: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

02.01.2022 How do Indigenous people define resilience? #ADRC20 invites Dr Bev Sithole from Aboriginal Research Practitioner's Network to shed light on the impacts of differing world views. Join us on Day 2 of #KnowledgeWeek August 25 at 2:30pm - 2:55pm AEST.... Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc

02.01.2022 Mentor relationships allow community-led recovery lessons to be passed on. Steve Pascoe takes Black Saturday lessons from Strathewen to assist Black Summer recovery in Mallacoota. Join us Day 2 #KnowledgeWeek August 25 at 3:00pm - 3:25pm AEST #ADRC20.... Register: https://bit.ly/2V4ANZl

02.01.2022 And that brings Day Three of #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek to a close! Thanks to all of our participants who helped us focus on the voices that need to be heard most in the disaster resilience conversation hazard-impacted communities and young people inheriting a future of changing climate. For more information on this mornings DRANZSEN Forum and youth and education related resources, visit the AIDR Schools website: https://www.schools.aidr.org.au/ Want more on community recovery...? Explore the Recovery Collection on the AIDR Knowledge Hub: https://knowledge.aidr.org.au/collections/recovery/ Find the Community Engagement for Disaster Resilience #AIDRHandbook, including supporting resources, at our website: https://knowledge.aidr.org.au//handbook-community-engagem/ Stay tuned weve got another packed day tomorrow as we look at how business and private sector can foster resilience. Keep up with all the action on Twitter and share your thoughts #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek - https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

02.01.2022 On Day Two of #ADRC20 presents #KnowledgeWeek were putting the spotlight on local leadership. Dont forget to keep an eye out for our virtual poster display on Twitter all this week. Follow #ADRC20Poster to browse the submissions: https://twitter.com/search Find us on Twitter to keep up with highlights from todays presentations: https://twitter.com/AIDR_News

01.01.2022 Recognising young voices is pivotal in contributing to disaster risk reduction strategies. Join Brigid Little AIDR, Will Mezner World Vision Australia and Natalie Dajkovich Oaktree as they discuss youth engagement and the results of the OurWorldOurSay youth survey on climate and disaster risk. Tune in on Day 3 of #KnowledgeWeek August 26 at 2:00pm - 2:25pm.... Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

01.01.2022 Preparing for a new norm of disasters requires a partnership approach. IAG Georgia Whitbread, NAB Jack Pollock & CSIRO Russell Wise explain the cross-sectional approach to community disaster preparedness. Tune in on Day 4 of #KnowledgeWeek August 27 at 3:00pm - 3:25pm.... Register now: www.aidr.org.au/adrc #ADRC20

01.01.2022 Thats a wrap for #ADRC20 #KnowledgeWeek Day One! Thanks to all of our presenters who explored the topic collaborating for impact for disaster #resilience and #riskreduction Want to catch up on all the action from today? Jump over to our Twitter page for more, including some of the great #ADRC20Poster submissions weve received so far! www.twitter.com/AIDR_News Stay tuned for more tomorrow and check out what to expect at the event page: www.aidr.org.au/adrc