Registration for the 2nd National PASCDR Conference has been extended

To accommodate all interested individuals and allow ample time for registration and payment completion for the 2nd National Conference of the UPRI and PASCDR, we are extending the registration period until October 16, 2023. The conference, titled “From Discourses to Actions: Mobilizing the Academe for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation,” will […]

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ICT strategies discussed in webinar with LGUs to boost DRR efforts

  The UP Resilience Institute, represented by Mr. Richard L. Ybañez, Chief Science Research Specialist of the Education Division, served as resource speaker during the TalkPoints Webinar hosted by the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) last September 6, 2023. The webinar featured common disaster management challenges faced by the Local Government Units (LGUs) and […]

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Only 5 days left to register for the 2nd National PASCDR Conference

The 2nd National PASCDR Conference is fast approaching! Don’t miss this opportunity to build meaningful connections with Philippines’ disaster risk reduction (DRR) experts and practitioners. Engage in discussions to transform discourses on DRR and climate change into achievable actions. Secure your spot now by scanning the QR code or visiting the link provided below: Register […]

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UPRI takes part in CDP’s TalaKawayan, PH’s first ever Humanitarian Observatory Launch

The country’s first ever humanitarian observatory was officially inaugurated on August 24, 2023 at the Park Inn by Radisson North Edsa, Quezon City. Led by the Center for Disaster Preparedness (CDP) this initiative shall collate critical data and information on disasters, displacement, and humanitarian issues. UPRI was represented by three of its personnel.   The […]

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All acceptance letters for the 2nd PASCDR National Conference have been sent out

Presenters and authors of all accepted panel and paper abstract submissions for the 2nd PASCDR National Conference, titled “From Discourses to Actions: Mobilizing the Academe for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation,” have already been notified! Kindly confirm your attendance by completing the registration. Congratulations and we look forward to seeing you […]

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The Oil Spill Disaster of MT Princess Empress

The Incident The oil tanker MT Princess Empress carrying 800,000 liters of industrial fuel started sinking offshore of Naujan, Oriental Mindoro on the 28th of February at 4:16 AM. The 20 men aboard were rescued soon after but by March 1, 2023 the ship was declared fully submerged following aerial and seaborne survey (NDRRMC SitRep […]

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UPRI interns highlight multidisciplinary work related to DRR

  The UP Resilience Institute (UPRI) welcomed 45 student interns from various degree programs during the midyear. During the closing program the interns discussed how they integrated their disciplines into their internship work which also aimed at strengthening the UPRI’s disaster resilience efforts. The said event took place on August 17 and showcased the students’ […]

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UPRI holds publication workshop

  The UP Resilience Institute (UPRI) conducted a publication workshop for its staff on August 10, 2023 at the UPRI Training Room. This is aimed at equipping the staff in publishing their research work in peer-reviewed journals, one of the mandates of UPRI as a research institution and a proactive hub of benchmark innovative information […]

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Today is the last day to submit your abstracts for the 2nd National PASCDR Conference!

  We would like to remind all climate and disaster resilience practitioners, researchers, and members of the academe that deadline for the submission of abstracts for the 2nd National PASCDR Conference is tomorrow, August 31, 2023. The conference, entitled “From Discourses to Actions: Mobilizing the Academe for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation and […]

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UP Resilience Institute joins SIBOL 2023: Promoting Resilience Through New BUILT Initiatives

AUGUST 23, 2023 – In a display of innovation and commitment to bolstering resilience, the UP Resilience Institute (UPRI) proudly joined the esteemed lineup of institutions at SIBOL (Science and Innovation Budding Opportunities for Leverage) 2023, the nexus where new ideas converged to shape the future of Buildings, Utilities, Infrastructure, Logistics, and Transportation (BUILT). Hosted […]

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