Synergies Project

🎥 We’re thrilled to present the official Synergies Project video, showcasing how we’re joining forces across Europe to enhance #DisasterResilience and #preparedness in local communities. In a world where natural hazards and human-induced disasters are becoming more frequent and extreme, preparedness is the key. That’s why, the SYNERGIES project aims to build stronger, more informed communities by addressing the gaps in #DisasterRiskReduction practices and creating new ways to connect and empower local populations. In this video, you’ll get an inside look at SYNERGIES in action, with a focus on our three preparedness case studies: #Malta, #LaRéunion and #Rotterdam. Each of these preparedness cases serves as a real-world example of how communities can adapt and prepare for different types of #NaturalDisasters, all while leveraging the power of local knowledge and collaboration. 🎥 Watch the video to learn more about SYNERGIES’ mission and join us in building a safer, more resilient future for all: https://lnkd.in/epPH46Kk #DisasterPreparedness #CommunityResilience #RiskReduction #DisasterManagment

🌍 The Synergies Project is joining forces with RESIST to enhance crisis preparedness in the face of climate change, conflicts, and digital threats. By building on past EU initiatives, we aim to equip local communities with the tools to respond effectively to crises. #CrisisPreparedness #SynergiesProject #Resilience #DisasterResponse

🚀 Big things are happening!

🤔 How can our project's solutions help your community prepare for what's ahead? We’re exploring this today with local support teams and our Advisory Board during #SYNERGIES' 2nd Evaluation Workshop in Rotterdam, hosted by our partner Gezamenlijke Brandweer. The day promises to be packed with intensive work and valuable feedback as we continue refining our tools together. Day 2 focus: 💡 Knowledge Base for Innovative Communication 📢 Tool for Early Warning Messaging Stay tuned for more updates from Rotterdam! #DisasterPreparedness #Resilience #EarlyWarning #CrisisCommunication #EvaluationWorkshop #RiskManagement

👉 We're in Rotterdam for the 2nd Evaluation Workshop! 📌 Today, we're thrilled to present the initial outcomes of our project to our local support team and Advisory Board members. We're diving into: ➡️ A Navigable Atlas of Best Practices and guidance material for citizen empowerment. ➡️ A Support System designed to seamlessly integrate spontaneous volunteers into preparedness plans. ➡️ An engaging Table Top Game exploring the crucial role of spontaneous volunteers. ➡️ A comprehensive Roadmap and Training Modules to enhance preparedness efforts. Looking forward to insightful feedback and collaborative discussions to further refine these key outputs. Stay tuned for updates! #CrisisManagement #DisasterManagement #Preparedness #SYNERGIESproject #RiskReduction

🚨 In today's complex emergencies, no single agency can tackle #disasters alone. From fire brigades to medical teams, seamless coordination is crucial. How can we ensure real-time information sharing, interoperability, and efficient decision-making? 📢 In our latest article, our partner Webgenesys explores the importance of collaborative disaster management, highlighting best practices, real-world examples, and how #SYNERGIES is breaking silos to build a more resilient crisis response system. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dMYXpsKs #DisasterManagement #CrisisResponse #EmergencyPreparedness #Collaboration #Resilience

🔴 How can mutual aid be strengthened in times of crisis? From March to June 2025, Groupe URD is organising a series of webinars as part of Phase 2 of the project "L’entraide en temps de crise". These sessions will cover different types of crises and key thematic areas, providing a space for #FirstResponders, #practitioners, and #researchers to exchange knowledge, discuss initial research findings, and explore new perspectives. The first webinar takes place tomorrow! 👇 🎙️ RENFORCER L’ENTRAIDE EN TEMPS DE CRISE GRÂCE À LA SANTÉ MENTALE ET AU SOUTIEN PSYCHOSOCIAL 🗓 20 March 2025 | 10:30 - 12:30 CET (in French) If you’re not fluent in French, don’t worry, many more webinars will follow in different languages, covering a wide range of topics. Stay tuned! https://lnkd.in/eZqmGTEh #CrisisResponse #MutualAid #Resilience #EmergencyPreparedness #RiskReduction #Preparedness #RiskManagement

📢 This month, #SYNERGIES took part in two key Japan-hosted research events focused on #DisasterResilience and risk governance! 📌 The first one was the EU-Japan Forum on Research and Innovation Communication (Kyoto, March 3-4). Co-organised by the Disaster Prevention Research Institute (#DPRI) at Kyoto University and the Community for European Research and Innovation for Security (#CERIS), this event brought together experts to discuss societal resilience. Nathan Clark, from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam), joined two panels on inclusive disaster risk management, sharing how SYNERGIES is strengthening local #preparedness through insights from past projects like LINKS EU Project, ENGAGE H2020, and H2020 - RESILOC. A big thanks to Philippe Quevauviller, Ana-Maria Cruz, and the DPRI team for hosting. 📌 Then, we partecipated at the World Bosai Forum in Sendai. Co-hosted by Tohoku University, the forum underscored the need for stronger financial backing and inclusive approaches in #DisasterRiskReduction and #ClimateChange adaptation. At the event we presented on how SYNERGIES research and outcomes are supporting the implementation of the Sendai Framework priorities around inclusive disaster risk governance. It was great to see the ongoing work and outcomes of Horizion projects within the Societal Resilience Cluster being promoted at both events, including dicussions from: Resiliage, PARATUS project, MYRIAD-EU , B-prepared Horizon Europe project, SYNERGISE project. Excellent knowledge exchanges with international researchers and new synergies for the future! #DisasterRiskReduction #EUJapanCooperation #Resilience #RiskGovernance #HorizonEurope #CMINE

📢 SYNERGIES at the 11th German Symposium on European Civil Security Research On March 5–6, 2025, the 11th German Symposium on European Civil Security Research brought together key actors from the European Commission, the European Parliament, and EU member states to discuss the future of European Security Research. Held in Brussels and organised by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the event focused on technological innovation, resilience strategies, and international cooperation. Therese Habig from safety innovation center gGmbH presented #SYNERGIES during the poster session, highlighting our work in #DisasterPreparedness and #resilience. The event was also a great opportunity to connect with stakeholders and explore new collaborations. 📸 Check out some moments from the event! #CivilSecurity #Resilience #DisasterRiskManagement #DRM

📢 Building resilience in Malta: insights from DecEx 2024 How can we improve #DisasterPreparedness and response? DecEx 2024, organised as part of the SYNERGIES project, was an important exercise that brought together responders, volunteers, and government agencies to strengthen Malta’s #resilience to #emergencies. Led by the Canine Search and Rescue Team - Order of Malta - Maltese Association, this was the first national-scale drill organised by an NGO in Malta. The exercise simulated a post-earthquake Search and Rescue operation, involving 195 responders and 65 volunteer actors, and tested coordination, #earlywarning systems, and inter-agency collaboration. 🔍 Discover the key takeaways and how SYNERGIES contributed to this milestone event. Read the full article and the report on our website: https://lnkd.in/d5f4McER Save the Children Italia