Pacific disaster and emergency managers rally commitment towards resilience building
Managers and stakeholders from the disaster and emergency management sectors in 15 Pacific Island countries convened in Nadi, Fiji, to review progress, obstacles, and prospects in regional cooperation to enhance disaster preparedness and response.
Pacific women leadership progressing in disaster risk management
There are currently no female Fire Chiefs or Police Commissioners in the Pacific. In fact, women are under-represented throughout the disaster management sector in the Pacific, particularly in leadership roles.
Women need a stronger voice in disaster management
As the Pacific begins to shift its strategy towards a post COVID rebuilding model, there is an opportunity to rebuild institutions and programs, so they are stronger and more resilient. A key element to this process is increasing the participation and…
Pacific-led emergency management system helping community policing in Vanuatu
Illicit substances, particularly methamphetamine and cannabis (marijuana) are overwhelming many Pacific Island communities. For the island nation of Vanuatu, the cultivation of marijuana has become a concern for law enforcement and families.
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The Pacific Community (SPC) supports training course for emergency management trainers
The Pacific Community (SPC) through the Pacific Islands Emergency Management Alliance (PIEMA) project has provided funding support for 53 trainers to undertake the International Skills Training and Assessor (IST) Course delivered by the Australia Pacific…
Launch of online modules for the Pacific Incident Management Systems (PacIMS) Awareness Course
Launch of Gender Equality Strategy and Learning Pathways set to strengthen women’s representation in Pacific disaster response
Remarks by SPC DDG A. Aumua at Launch of PIEMA Gender Equality and Empowerment Strategy & Learning Pathways
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Launch of PIEMA Gender Equality and Empowerment Strategy & Learning Pathways
Remarks by SPC DDG, Dr A. Aumua