A Policy Dialogue on: Exploring Challenges and Opportunities in Landslide Management in Nepal
The joint organization of the Policy Dialogue program on Landslide Management in Nepal: Challenges and Opportunities involved DPNet-Nepal, Institute of Himalaya Risk Reduction, Nepal Engineer's Association, and Bagmati Province on December 19, 2020. The program was chaired by Er. Nanda Lal Banjade, the President of Nepal Engineer's Association, and attended by Dr. Ganga Lal Tuladhar, a former Education Minister and DRR&M expert, as the chief guest. Additionally, Mr. Surya Bahadur Thapa, Chairperson of DPNet-Nepal, and Prof Dr. Tri Ratna Bajracharya, President of Nepal Engineers' Association, participated as special guests.
Towards shock responsive social protection and forecast based action/financing
A virtual discussion program entitled "Towards shock responsive social protection and forecast based action/financing" was coordinated by DPNet-Nepal and organized by Atullya Foundation and Save the Children on 3rd December 2020.
Nepali Version of Sphere Handbook Launched to Enhance Disaster Risk Reduction in Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal - In a significant milestone for Nepal's disaster risk reduction efforts, the Nepali version of the Sphere Handbook 2018 was officially launched on 2nd December 2020. The launch program, organized by the Disaster Preparedness Network Nepal (DPNet), gathered 103 participants representing government and non-governmental agencies, with the majority being humanitarian practitioners working in the field of disaster risk reduction.
Nepal Hosts National Symposium on Strengthening Disaster Risk Governance
October 13, 2020- Nepal marked the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction with a virtual National Symposium titled "Strengthening Disaster Risk Governance to Manage Disaster Risk." Coordinated by DPNet-Nepal and organized by the National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR), the event aimed to raise awareness and enhance knowledge on disaster risk reduction (DRR).
Presentation and Discussion Program on Maina Bulbul Disaster Epic Explores Disaster Resilience and Literature
October 18, 2020- A presentation and discussion program centered around the Maina Bulbul disaster epic was coordinated by DPNet-Nepal and organized by the National Center for Disaster Management (NCDM) on October 18, 2020.
Joint Virtual Program Explores Civil Society Organizations' Role in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
September 23, 2020- A virtual program titled "Roles of Civil Society Organizations in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management" was successfully organized on September 23, 2020, by DPNet-Nepal, DiMaNN, and NGO Federation. The event took place on the occasion of the 41st Social Service Day and was chaired by Mr. Surya Bahadur Thapa, Chairperson of DPNet-Nepal and DiMaNN. The Chief Guest for the event was Hon. Parbat Gurung, Minister for Women, Children, and Senior Citizens.