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Artificial Intelligence for Disaster Risk Management
The European Commission (DG ECHO) is hosting a series of knowledge events designed to connect practitioners from across the EU and beyond to drive innovation within the Union Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM). The events will take place as part of the Union Civil Protection Knowledge Network and its DRM Science and Planning Working Group.
Events22 October 2024DG ECHO
Testing Interoperability in Crisis: The 2024 Medulin MODEX
The most recent MODEX exercise, held in Medulin, Croatia, from 7 to 11 October 2024, was part of Cycle 12 (2024-2026) and aimed to enhance collaboration between European civil protection teams.
News14 October 2024ModTTX1
Youth at the heart of the 2024 International Day for DRR
On International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, attention shifted to how young people can play a crucial role in reducing disaster risks. Highlighting education as a key tool, the UNDRR showcases initiatives across Europe aimed at raising awareness and preparing children and youth to face future hazards.
News13 October 2024IDDRR
New online module for Civil Protection and Disaster Management Staff
A new online training course was launched to support National Civil Protection and DM Staff in understanding the UCPM and its functioning.
News 4 October 2024UCPM
New booklet sets out overview of EU Civil Protection Pool Capacities
A new product presents the main features of the full list of ECPP response capacities to civil protection practitioners. The European Civil Protection Pool (ECPP, or 'the Pool') was created in 2014 to improve the predictability and the quality of the UCPM response to disasters.
News2 October 2024ECPP
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Capacity Development
The Knowledge Network Capacity Development pillar aims to connect, promote and strengthen capacity development initiatives relevant to civil protection and disaster management.
Science & Research
Through the Knowledge Network, the scientific community and operational stakeholders in disaster management have a new space to connect and share knowledge.
Civil protection exercises
The exercise programme of the Knowledge Network offers a variety of civil protection exercises to enhance prevention, preparedness and disaster response.