A thematic peer review on the wildfire risk management system and capabilities of the Brandenburg state takes place this week (18 to 22 November 2024). Four experts (peers) from Spain, Italy and Portugal are taking part in the on-site mission.

On 12-13 November 2024, the workshop on “Boosting Disaster Risk Management Financing” brought together over 80 representatives of national civil protection authorities and EU stakeholders in Brussels.

On 14 November, key actors involved in all 2020-2024 reviews gathered for the UCPM Peer Review Programme Lessons Learnt meeting. The event marked the conclusion of the 2020-2024 programme cycle.

Call for Proposals for Innovation Platform & Ignite Stage ahead of Eighth Session of Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction.

Maciej Popowski, Director General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid, is interviewed about the UCPM, disaster preparedness, and the importance of collaboration in civil protection..

Sectoral news, stories from the frontlines and events of importance to the civil protection and disaster risk management community.

The Knowledge Network Capacity Development pillar aims to connect, promote and strengthen capacity development initiatives relevant to civil protection and disaster management.

Through the Knowledge Network, the scientific community and operational stakeholders in disaster management have a new space to connect and share knowledge.

The exercise programme of the Knowledge Network offers a variety of civil protection exercises to enhance prevention, preparedness and disaster response.

The risk of Extreme Wildfires Events is increasing globally due to climate change.

MANIFESTS Genius (From Gases and Evaporators risk assessment towards an Integrated management of sea and land pollution incidents).

European Program for Wildfire-Prepared Communities.