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Even in Chaos: Education in Times of Emergencies

Even In Chaos is a book edited by Kevin M. Cahill, M.D., President of the CIHC, advocating the importance of education in times of emergency.

HAP 2010 Standard

The HAP Standard is a practical and measurable tool that represents a broad consensus of what matters most in humanitarian action. The Standard helps organisations design, implement, assess, improve and recognise accountable programmes. Being accountable to crisis-affected communities helps...

World Health Organization (WHO) Conference on the Health Aspects of the Tsunami Disaster in Asia

The WHO Conference on the Health Aspects of the Tsunami Disaster in Asia - convened at senior policy and expert practitioner level - focused on the lessons learnt in the health sector response to tsunami crisis response and the early phase of recovery. This event took place in Thailand May 2005....

Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network (NTEN) - Nonprofit Technology Conference, New Orleans, 17-19 March, 2011

NTEN is an association of professionals and technology providers seeking to improve the nonprofit sector's use of technology. Effective technology can help nonprofits to achieve greater social impact. At the annual technology conference, breakout groups are scheduled, including topics such as...

Disaster Preparedness Information (Red Cross)

This page on the American Red Cross website provides information and advice for families about how to prepare for and cope in emergency situations. A key goal is to serve the needs of vulnerable people such as the elderly and people with disabilities.

Flood Observatory - Dartmouth

Flood Observatory - Dartmouth detects, maps, measures, and analyzes extreme flood events worldwide using satellite remote sensing. Imaging of selected river reaches is used to detect floods and extreme low flow conditions. The Observatory also provides yearly catalogues, large-scale maps, and...

Natural Disaster Reference Database

The database, provided by NASA, provides information about research and the results of NASA's satellite remote-sensing programmes. The website is for historical reference only and is no longer updated.

R.E.A.C.T. Myanmar (Burma)

Cyclone Nargis struck Myanmar on 2 and 3 May 2008 leaving around 140,000 people dead or missing. More than 2.4 million people were severely affected. Global Hand sees the ongoing need and is committed to playing our part, even after the initial response has slowed down.

R.E.A.C.T. China Earthquake

On 12th May, 2008, a huge earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale hit China's Sichuan province. More than 69,000 people were killed and an estimated 5.36 million buildings collapsed. The needs are ongoing and Global Hand is committed to playing its part in keeping this crisis before our...

South Asia: Earthquake & Tsunami Dec 2004 Information Resources - ARCHIVED

Last updated: Wednesday, 06 July, 2005 *Reliefweb - South Asia: Earthquake & Tsunami Dec 2004* "http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/dbc.nsf/doc108?OpenForm&emid=TS-2004-000147-LKA&rc=3":http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/dbc.nsf/doc108?OpenForm&emid=TS-2004-000147-LKA&rc=3 ReliefWeb is an...

R.E.A.C.T. D.R. Congo

Conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo has led to mass displacement of civilians following the latest outbreak of violence in the eastern part of the country. More than 250,000 people are displaced, in addition to the one million who were already affected.

R.E.A.C.T. Tajikistan

Abnormally cold weather conditions in Tajikistan, causing heavy snowfall and frozen rivers, have damaged water and electrical supply systems and isolated mountain villages. Snowfall in December 2007 was 245% above the historical average for the month. Temperatures of between -8°C and -25°C since...

South Asia: Earthquake & Tsunami Dec 2004 Maps - ARCHIVED

Maps of relevance to the Asia quake/tsunami situation.

Mongolia map page

A United Nations map resource, with general maps of Mongolia, and geographical maps, showing disaster-related features. Includes maps showing the areas affected by recent natural disasters.

R.E.A.C.T. Peru Earthquake

An earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale hit the central south coast of Peru on Wednesday, August 15th, 2007 at 6:40 p.m. With its epicentre 167 km south west of Lima, the earthquake has caused major devastation in the region. Hundreds have been killed and injured. More than 85,000 people...

R.E.A.C.T. Indonesian Earthquake

Thousands were killed in Indonesia as a result of the earthquake which struck central Java. Thousands more were made homeless. Relief and reconstruction efforts are underway and ongoing assistance will be needed.

R.E.A.C.T. Tsunami - ARCHIVED

As the reconstruction work in response to the Asia quake and tsunami continues, we will keep this page updated to maximise the possibility of cooperation between those wanting to help.

World Fact Book

World Fact Book, published online annually by the US government, provides a wide range geographic information including full-color maps and flags of all nations and geographical entities. Country profiles track such demographics as population, ethnicity and literacy rates, as well as political,...

efundraising

efundraising an online donation service set up by the Charities Aid Foundation International (CAF). CAF has a vision for a world in which global giving in a commited and effective way is a recognised part of every day life. efundraising provides information from CAF on raising funds online via the...

Online Preparedness Education Program (OPEP)

The Online Preparedness Education Program (OPEP) of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) is a training programme that provides health care professionals with easily accessible and current clinical information to enhance preparedness for a chemical, biological,...