New partnership with SpaceX in Guatemala guarantees nationwide coverage during emergencies
[En español mas abajo] On Friday 17 November, Guatemala took a decisive step toward strengthening its national emergency communications system. In an event…
New partnership with SpaceX in Guatemala guarantees nationwide coverage during emergencies
Local Innovation, Regional Impact: Caribbean’s Private Sector Steps Up for Emergency Preparedness
In the aftermath of an extreme weather event such as a hurricane, people might end up in shelters. Even if they don’t, the power…
Local Innovation, Regional Impact: Caribbean’s Private Sector Steps Up for Emergency Preparedness
After the Ceasefire: Private Sector Support for Gaza
“One way or the other, everyone is in need.” Last week, OCHA co-hosted a virtual executive briefing on private support for Gaza in collaboration…
After the Ceasefire: Private Sector Support for Gaza
The importance of mental health to respond to and recover from disasters
In the wake of disasters, the emotional and psychological toll on affected communities can be profound, and the situation demands a holistic approach that…
The importance of mental health to respond to and recover from disasters
Speaking the Same Language: Sphere Standards for more effective business engagement in emergency response
Imagine someone you love has been in a car accident. What would you expect from medical services? Speed. Professionalism. Trained personnel. Kindness. No mistakes.…
Speaking the Same Language: Sphere Standards for more effective business engagement in emergency response
Tourism: A catalyst for better disaster management
When we think about tourism, what comes to mind is often idyllic white-sand beaches, adventures on trains, and discovering new cultures as just a…
Tourism: A catalyst for better disaster management