Documents and publications

This guidebook provides some of the “best practices” of those who have promoted disaster-resistance efforts throughout the country. It is largely based on the lessons learned during a project by FEMA Region VIII and the North Dakota Division of Emergency

This report includes a series of mitigation case studies that were integrated into the campaign, which demonstrate the viability of schools as safe community shelters.

This publication raises the question of protecting schools physically, for the role that they play in the community, that goes beyond just providing a place for teachers and students for a few hours each day. As community centres for social and cultural

Earthquakes have shaken British Columbia since the time of Indian legend. Southwest B.C. is in a dynamic geological setting called a subduction zone, similar to that in western Mexico. Earthquakes are a particular concern for schools with their large

This guide contains awareness and action messages intended to help people reduce their risk of injury or loss in the event of natural and human-caused disasters. Awareness messages provide general information about the threats presented by each type of

A document prepared to provide support to teachers, students and parents after the Tsunami. It is a community response to the crisis.

Asian Disaster Management News, vol. 13, no. 3.

A priority under Regional Consultative Committee (RCC) program on mainstreaming DRR into development policy, planning and implementation in Asia.

This issue specifically focuses on integrating DRR into

This booklet will help children prepare for disasters. Knowledge is power, and knowing what to expect and what to do will increase their confidence when disasters occur.