This session explores disaster preparedness and disaster risk reduction covering elements from the disaster risk management framework, including natural- and man-made hazards, political risks, pandemics and complex emergencies.

Speakers

  • Michal Lorinc, Head of Catastrophe Insight, Aon Impact Forecasting
  • Stuart Fraser, Climate and disaster risk analytics specialist
  • Maddie Ewbank, Consultant in DRR, Climate Adaptation and Anticipatory Action, UNRWA

Hosted by co-editor Chris Ewing, Head of Business Development, Aon Impact Forecasting

Please note: The views of our speakers do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Royal Geographical Society.

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