THEMIS
Strategic framework for raising public awareness and training programmes for disaster risk management in the tourism sector, Greece
Multi-hazard
Overview
Status
Ongoing
Start
End
- Type
- Single country grants for disaster risk management (Track 1)
- EU contribution amount
- EUR 299 266.75
- Funding source
- Geographic focus
- Greece
- Contact email
Description
The significance of targeting the tourist population in this project is paramount, particularly within the context of Greece's unique environmental and geographical challenges. Greece, with its diverse topography, experiences a range of disasters including forest fires, earthquakes, floods, and even the potential risk of tsunamis.
Given the country's status as a popular tourist destination, welcoming visitors year-round, the safety and well-being of tourists become integral considerations in disaster resilience efforts. Tourists (including elderly, handicapped and families that need special attention and care), often unfamiliar with local hazards and emergency procedures, represent a particularly vulnerable demographic during disasters. Therefore, by equipping tourists with the necessary awareness, preparedness, and response strategies, our project not only enhances the safety of visitors to Greece but also contributes to the overall resilience of the region's disaster management infrastructure.
This proactive approach acknowledges the pivotal role that tourists play in the broader context of disaster preparedness and underscores the importance of tailored interventions to address their specific needs and vulnerabilities.
Partner organisations
- Organisation
- Country
- Greece
- Role
- Coordinator
- EU Contribution
- EUR 299 266.75