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
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