Regional capabilities on Seismic Risk Reduction

The experience of countries affected by moderate to high - intensity earthquakes, has resulted in significant capacities and knowledge which could be shared with the entire region in order to reduce the economic damages and human losses   in the region. Existing research centers, academic institutions, Non-Governmental Organizations, specialists and risk reduction management centers in the countries of the region are examples of inter-related capabilities. The social, cultural and geographical commonalities of countries in the region, will contribute to the promotion of information and knowledge sharing amongst nations and communities of the region.

However, in order to ensure effective planning and implementation for reducing the negative impact of seismic risk on the countries of the region, there is need for long term risk reduction approach and preventive programmes which contributes to reducing vulnerabilities of people, communities and nations by strengthening their resilience against seismic risks and hazards as recommended by Hyogo Framework for Action 2005-2015: Building the Resilience of Nations and Communities to Disasters.

Structure

 The structure of the Center comprises of the followings:

1-Board of Trustees

2- Scientific Committee

3- Management that will consist of the following positions and units:

-Director

-Research Unit

-Training and Advocacy Unit

-Administration and Support Unit

-Communication Advocacy Unit

-Planning and programme Support Unit

- Seismic Risk Reduction national Network Unit

- Seismic Risk reduction Regional Network Unit                     

- Seismic Risk Reduction international Network Unit