Disaster Preparedness Network-Nepal (DPNet), established in 1996, stands as a key national umbrella organization dedicated to enhancing disaster management in Nepal through a unified approach involving national and international agencies. The core focus of DPNet is on fostering coordination, collaboration, learning, and sharing of experiences in strengthening disaster management practices. The organization plays a crucial role in knowledge management, capacity building, policy advocacy, and in facilitating networking among government and relevant stakeholders.
Kathmandu, February 9, 2025, In preparation for Nepal’s participation in the upcoming Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction 2025 (GP2025), DPNet Nepal organized a virtual preparatory meeting to discuss Nepal’s collective engagement strategy and coordination mechanisms. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Bhisma Bhusal, Executive Chief of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) and Chair of the National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR). The session brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from government agencies, INGOs, NGOs, and DRR practitioners.
KATHMANDU, January 15, 2025 – Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli emphasized the importance of effective preparedness to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters like earthquakes during the 27th National Earthquake Safety Day commemorations today. Speaking at a major event organized by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), the Prime Minister highlighted the progress made in building safer, integrated settlements following the 2015 Gorkha earthquake but stressed the need for continued efforts to ensure disaster resilience.
Bangkok, January 15, 2025 – The "Integrating Human Security in Development Programming" workshop, held on January 14 and 15 in Bangkok, concluded on a high note, marking a significant milestone in advancing human security as a cornerstone of sustainable development in South Asia. The event brought together policymakers, experts, practitioners, and academics from Nepal, Bangladesh, and beyond, with a shared focus on developing risk-informed and inclusive strategies to safeguard vulnerable communities. DPNet Chairperson Dr. Raju Thapa was among the key participants, actively contributing to the discussions. The workshop emphasized the urgent need for a paradigm shift from traditional, state-centric security frameworks to people-centered approaches that address interconnected risks and vulnerabilities. Participants explored innovative methodologies to integrate human security into development programming, ensuring that no one is left behind.
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