Learning and Sharing National Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (NCDRR)- 2022
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 Celebrated
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.
On September 23, 2024 discussion program was held on Disaster Risk Reduction localization in Hetauda, drawing attention to important issues surrounding disaster preparedness and governance at the local level. The event was chaired by Ms. Ramila Sapkota, Chairperson of the NGO Federation of Nepal (NFN) in Makawanpur. The chief guest was the Honorable Minister for Transport, Labor, and Employment, Pream Bhakta Maharjan. Among the key figures present were Chief District Officer (CDO) of Makawanpur, Tirtharaj Chiluwal, Chief of the District Coordination Committee, Lalit Glan, and Suresh Khanal, a representative from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Law.
On 22 September 2024, a discussion program on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) governance was organized jointly by ARWSO Nepal, DPNet, DiMaNN, and NGO Federation in Biratnagar. The event, held in the context of increasing disaster risks, brought together key stakeholders from various sectors, including representatives from NGOs, media, and the private sector. The program was chaired by Lakhan Lal Shah, representing the NGO Federation of Koshi Province. Hon. Ram Dev Yadav, the Chairperson of the Industry, Tourism, and Environment Committee of the Koshi Province, attended as the Chief Guest, while Koshi Province Assembly member Hon. Jaya Prakash Chaudhary was present as the Distinguished Guest.
On September 21, 2024, DPNet, DiMaNN, and ARSOW jointly organized a discussion program titled "Localizing DRR and Enhancing DRR Governance" in Janakpur. The event was participated by key stakeholders from various sectors, with the program being chaired by Sanjaya Singh, Chairperson of the NGO Federation Nepal, Dhanusha District. The chief guest for the event was Ram Singh Yadava, former State Health Minister, alongside distinguished attendees such as the Immediate Past President of DPNet and Chair of DiMaNN, IPP of NGO Federation Nepal Mr. Jit Ram Lama as well as other prominent representatives from the NGO Federation Nepal. Mr. Surya Bahadur Thapa has presented and facilitated on DRR Localization and Enhancing DRR Governance.
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