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 Ni Sa Bula, N e w D o c u m e n t s ( 2 9 / 0 4 / 2 0 1 3 ‐ 0 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 3 ) h t t p : / / w w w . p a c i f i c d i s a s t e r . n e t Please send us documents and information about disaster risk management in the Pacific Region via email at [email protected] Table Of Contents (Topics) Climate Change 10775, 10776, 10777, 10778, 10779, 10781, 10782, 10784 Disaster Management 10787 Disaster Risk Management 10775, 10776, 10777, 10778, 10781, 10782, 10784, 10785 Disaster Risk Reduction 10780 Drought 10783, 10786 10775 Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : Special Session 4 : Post‐2015 Framework on Disaster Risk Reduction . Special Session 4 : Post‐2015 Framework on Disaster Risk Reduction : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji Concept note for the Special Session 4 in which one of the aims is to consolidate the consultations that have already taken place on the Post‐2015 Global Framework for DRR Velasquez, Jerry. International Strategy for Disaster Reduction [Suva] : SPC, 2013. 4 p. Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/JM2013_JM_CN_SS4_Post2015Framework_FINAL_EN_201
30410.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10775.html 10776 Reunion Conjointe 2013 de la Plateforme Oceanienne pour la Gestion des Risques de Catastrophe et de la Table Ronde Sur le Changement Climatique dans le Pacifique : A L’invitation du Gouvernement fidjien : Seance speciale no. 4 : Cadre d’action post‐2015 pour la reduction des risques de catastrophe. Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : At the invitation of the Government of Fiji : Special Session 4 : Post‐2015 Framework on Disaster Risk Reduction : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji [French] Note d'orientation Cette seance vise a etayer les consultations deja organisees au sujet du Cadre d’action mondial post‐2015 pour la reduction des risques de catastrophe. Guidance note for the Special Session 4 in which one of the aims is to consolidate the consultations that have already taken place on the Post‐2015 Global Framework for DRR Velasquez, Jerry. International Strategy for Disaster Reduction [Suva] : SPC, 2013. 4 p. Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/JM2013_JM_CN_SS4_Post2015Framework_FINAL_FR_201
30426.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10776.html 1 10777 Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : Thematic Session 1 : The National and Sub‐Regional responses : how can national and sub‐national actions support an integrated strategy. Thematic Session 1 : The National and Sub‐Regional responses : how can national and sub‐national actions support an integrated strategy : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji Concept note for the Thematic Session 1 with the purpose to facilitate discussions on how best to promote integration of climate change and disaster risk management at all levels (national, provincial and/or local or state) and at all processes i.e from planning to implementation, monitoring and feedback in view of improving implementation and to provide the basis for achieving a triple win of reducing disaster risk, climate change adaptation and sustainable development Pelesikoti, Netatua. Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme [Suva] : SPC, 2013. 3 p. Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/JM2013_JM_CN_TS1_ResponsesSupport_IS_FINAL_EN_20
130401.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10777.html 10778 Reunion Conjointe 2013 de la Plateforme Oceanienne pour la Gestion des Risques de Catastrophe et de la Table Ronde Sur le Changement Climatique dans le Pacifique : A Linvitation du Gouvernement fidjien : Seance Thematique No.1 : Les Interventions a Lechelon National et Sous‐Regional : Comment les Mesures Nationales et Infranationales Peuvent‐Elles Appuyer une Strategie Integree. Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : At the invitation of the Government of Fiji : Thematic Session 1 : The National and Sub‐Regional responses : how can national and sub‐national actions support an integrated strategy : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji [French] Note conceptuelle pour la Session thematique 1 dans le but de faciliter les discussions sur la meilleure facon de promouvoir lintegration du changement climatique et de la gestion des risques de catastrophe a tous les niveaux (national, provincial et/ou local ou d Etat) et a tous les processus d ie de la planification a la mise en œuvre, le suivi et retroaction en vue dameliorer la mise en œuvre et de fournir la base pour parvenir a une triple victoire de la reduction des risques de catastrophe, ladaptation au changement climatique et le developpement durable. Concept note for the Thematic Session 1 with the purpose to facilitate discussions on how best to promote integration of climate change and disaster risk management at all levels (national, provincial and/or local or state) and at all processes i.e from planning to implementation, monitoring and feedback in view of improving implementation and to provide the basis for achieving a triple win of reducing disaster risk, climate change adaptation and sustainable development Pelesikoti, Netatua. Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme [Suva] : SPC, 2013. 3 p. Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/JM2013_JM_CN_TS1_ResponsesSupport_IS_FINAL_FR_20
130426.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10778.html 10779 Climate Change and Pacific Islands : Indicators and Impacts ; Case Studies from the 2012 Pacific Islands Regional Climate Assessment (PIRCA) These case studies illustrate current climate impacts and adaptations across the Pacific Islands region. Real‐world examples of the implications of climate risks for Pacific Islanders are described in diverse sectors, highlighting how information about changing climate can be used to support decision making Keener, Victoria W. Pacific Islands Regional Climate Assessment [Washington, DC] : Island Press, 2012. 18 p. [20 p.] : col. ill. Ref. : p. 17‐18 Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/PIRCA_2012_CC_PacIs_impcts.pdf 2 HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10779.html URL : http://www.cakex.org/sites/default/files/documents/Case‐Studies‐PIRCA‐FINAL2_0.pdf 10780 Third Announcement : Have your say on a new HFA ; Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction. Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction ; Fourth session, Geneva, Switzerland, 19‐23 May 2013 The Fourth Session of the Global Platform will be held from 19 to 23 May 2013. Sunday 19 and Monday 20 May will be dedicated to preparation and consultation meetings. Official events will take place from Tuesday 21 May to Thursday 23 May. Official events will include opening and closing sessions; official plenary statements; high level meetings; plenary sessions; informal plenary sessions on the post‐2015 framework for disaster risk reduction; featured events; side events; a marketplace; and an ignite stage Brown, Connie. International Strategy for Disaster Risk Reduction [Geneva] : ISDR, 2013. [4 p.] Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/GPDRR_2013_3rd_announcmnt.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10780.html URL : http://www.preventionweb.net/files/31631_thirdannouncement.pdf 10781 Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : Thematic Session 4 : Risky business : The role of the private/commercial sector in disaster risk management and climate change. Thematic Session 4 : Risky business : The role of the private/commercial sector in disaster risk management and climate change : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji Concept note for the Thematic Session 4 to explore the rationale and opportunities for private sector involvement in disaster risk management and climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts, in the Pacific Bernard, Karen. United Nations Development Programme [Suva] : SPC, 2013. [3 p.] Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/Auto HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10781.html 10782 Reunion Conjointe 2013 de la Plateforme Oceanienne pour la Gestion des Risques de Catastrophe et de la Table Ronde Sur le Changement Climatique dans le Pacifique : A Linvitation du Gouvernement fidjien : Seance Thematique No. 4 : Une Entreprise a Risque le Role du Secteur Prive/Commercial dans la Gestion des Risques de Catastrophe et Laction Climatique. Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : Thematic Session 4 : Risky business : The role of the private/commercial sector in disaster risk management and climate change : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji Note conceptuelle pour la Session thematique 4 examiner les justifications et les possibilites dassocier le secteur prive a la gestion des risques de catastrophe et a l'action d'adaptation au changement climatique et d’attEnuation de ses effets dans le Pacifique. Concept note for the Thematic Session 4 to explore the rationale and opportunities for private sector involvement in disaster risk management and climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts, in the Pacific Bernard, Karen. United Nations Development Programme [Suva] : SPC, 2013. [3 p.] Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/JM2013_JM_CN_TS4_RiskyBusiness_FINAL_FR_20130426.
pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10782.html 3 10783 Pacific : Republic of Marshall Island Drought ; Situation Report No. 1 (as of 1 May 2013) OCHA Pacific Republic of Marshall Island Drought Situation Report no. 1. Following persistently low rainfall during the dry season, the Republic of the Marshall Islands declared a state of emergency for the northern Marshall Islands on 19 April 2013. Severe drought conditions are being experienced in Wotje and the atolls of the Marshall Islands north of Majuro Grimsich, Greg. United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. (OCHA Pacific Republic of Marshall Island Drought ; (2013/05/01), 1) [Suva] : UNOCHA, 2013. [4 p.] Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/RMI_DR_20130501_OCHA_SitRep_01.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10783.html 10784 Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : Technical Session 5 : Vulnerable groups ‐ the need for inclusivity. Technical Session 5 : Vulnerable groups ‐ the need for inclusivity : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji Concept note for the Technical Session 5 where the session provides the opportunity for community practitioners to share their experiences in working with the most vulnerable groups in addressing climate and disaster risk in PICTs. Good practices and lessons learned will be shared and challenges of various approaches to ensure inclusivity dimension in DRR and CCA will be identified Korovulavula, Jiuta. [The Foundation of the People of the South Pacific International] [Suva] : SPC, 2013. [3 p.] Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/JM2013_JM_CN_TS5_VulnerableGroups_FINAL_EN_20130
408.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10784.html 10785 Reunion Conjointe 2013 de la Plateforme Oceanienne pour la Gestion des Risques de Catastrophe et de la Table Ronde Sur le Changement Climatique dans le Pacifique : A Linvitation du Gouvernement fidjien : Seance Thematique No. 5 : Groupes Vulnerables ‐ necessite d’une approche inclusive. Joint Meeting of the 2013 Pacific Platform for Disaster Risk Management and Pacific Platform Climate Change Roundtable : Technical Session 5 : Vulnerable groups ‐ the need for inclusivity : 8th ‐ 11th July, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji Note conceptuelle pour la Seance technique 5 ou la session Lors de cette seance, les praticiens communautaires auront l'occasion de partager leur experience du travail aupres des groupes les plus vulnerables dans le cadre des actions relatives aux risques climatiques et aux risques de catastrophe menacant les Etats et Territoires insulaires oceaniens. Ils pourront egalement mettre en commun les meilleures pratiques et les enseignements tires de diverses approches dans le but d'assurer la prise en compte de l'inclusion sociale dans les activites relatives a la reduction des risques de catastrophe et a l'adaptation au changement climatique. Concept note for the Technical Session 5 where the session provides the opportunity for community practitioners to share their experiences in working with the most vulnerable groups in addressing climate and disaster risk in PICTs. Good practices and lessons learned will be shared and challenges of various approaches to ensure inclusivity dimension in DRR and CCA will be identified Korovulavula, Jiuta. [The Foundation of the People of the South Pacific International] [Suva] : SPC, 2013. [4 p.] Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/JM2013_JM_CN_TS5_VulnerableGroups_FINAL_FR_20130
426.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10785.html 4 10786 State of Drought Emergency : summary update no. 1 (April 30, 2013) [Republic of the Marshall Islands] Office of the Chief Secretary, Republic of the Marshall Islands state of drought emergency summary update no. 1. This is summary update regarding the drought situation affecting the communities in the? Northern part of the Marshall Islands. The RMI, through the National Disaster Committee (NDC), has dispatched assessment teams consisting of personnel from the Majuro, Water & Sewer Company (RO technicians), Ministry of Resources & Development (agriculture? specialists), Environment Protection Authority (water monitoring and quality experts), Public Safety and Office of the Chief Secretary Nemra, Castern. Republic of the Marshall Islands. Office of the Chief Secretary (Office of the Chief Secretary, Republic of the Marshall Islands Summary Update ; (2013/04/01), 1 ) Majuro : Office of the Chief Secretary, 2013. 2 p. Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/RMI_DR_201304_OCS_Summry_Update_01.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10786.html 10787 The Pacific Cities Project Pacific Cities aims to understand the hazards facing the Pacific Island communities, to assess the elements at risk and their vulnerability Shorten, Graham G. South Pacific Applied Geoscience Commission Suva : SOPAC , s.n. 3 p. Download : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/original/SOPAC_PacCities_project.pdf HTML Link : http://www.pacificdisaster.net/pdnadmin/data/documents/10787.html For more information about disaster risk management in the Pacific Region, please go to http://www.pacificdisaster.net This list is available for download under http://www.pacificdisaster.net:8080/Plone/development For questions and content contributions please contact Jutta May, mailto:[email protected] Kind Regards 5