Recap of our webinar “Empowering Communities: Leveraging Heritage for Disaster Risk Reduction”

On July 16, 2024, an insightful webinar titled “Empowering Communities: Leveraging Heritage for Disaster Risk Reduction” took place, bringing together experts and participants to explore innovative strategies for enhancing disaster risk reduction through cultural heritage. The event was moderated by Nike Fakiner from VOLIES and featured expert presentations from Irina Pavlova of UNESCO and project coordinator Rosa Tamborrino from POLITO.

The webinar focused on how communities can utilize their unique cultural heritage assets to build resilience against disasters and promote sustainable development. It provided a platform for sharing knowledge and discussing the critical role of heritage in disaster risk management. Irina Pavlova opened the session with a presentation on building global resilience through heritage. She emphasized the importance of integrating cultural heritage into disaster risk reduction strategies, highlighting successful examples and methodologies.

Following this, RESILIAGE was introduced, showcasing practical examples of how heritage can be leveraged for community resilience. Her presentation detailed specific initiatives and their impact on enhancing local resilience, providing participants with actionable insights. The session concluded with an engaging Q&A segment, allowing participants to interact directly with the experts, fostering an interactive experience.

Attendees gained valuable insights from leading professionals in disaster risk management and heritage preservation. The interactive discussion enabled participants to have their questions addressed by the panel, enhancing their understanding of the subject. The event also provided a unique opportunity for like-minded individuals and professionals to connect and share their commitment to building resilient communities.

For those who missed the live session, the webinar recording is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUQoTi82YFI

By leveraging heritage assets, communities can enhance their disaster preparedness and contribute to sustainable development.

Thank you all for participating in our webinar. Your engagement made the event a success! We appreciate your contributions and commitment to building resilient communities.

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