Information and collaboration hub
The online platform of the Union Civil Protection Knowledge Network serves as an information and collaboration hub for the civil protection and disaster risk management community in Europe. Whether you are practitioner, researcher, policy maker or volunteer, in this section you will find something for yourself: sectoral news, events of importance to the community and stories from the frontlines giving more visibility to the important work of the community members.
UCPM developments, legislative and policy updates, news from the Member States and project community, and much more.
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Community testimonials promoting civil protection and disaster risk management policies and practices across Europe.
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Conferences, seminars, workshops, project and networking events for the civil protection and disaster risk management community.
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The event brings together experts from the consortium, EU, UCPM, civil protection and cultural heritage authorities, UNESCO, UNDRR and other partners.
News25 March 2026PROCULTHER-NET 2
The energy efficiency of temporary shelters used in disaster zones and military bases could soon improve thanks to the work of one LIFE project. The LIFE Zero Energy Mod project has developed a modular habitat that can be assembled anywhere in the world without the need for fossil-fuel energy.
News3 March 2026LIFE Zero Energy Mod
Comprehensive training on disaster preparedness within DG ECHO funded humanitarian operations. Training focused on disaster preparedness within DG ECHO funded humanitarian actions. Covers international and EU policy frameworks, key concepts, and the importance of a multi-risk informed approach.
News13 February 2026Training
A round up of the latest insights and innovations in disaster risk management.
NewsDRMKC
The quarterly UCPKN Newsletter is full of UCPM-related news, updates from the Community and information on upcoming events, learning opportunities and new resources in the field of civil protection and disaster risk management.
NewsUCPKN Newsletter
A collection of newsletters which include content on the EU's partnership with Latin America and the Caribbean on disaster preparedness and risk management.
EU-LAC Newsletters