Wednesday, July 22, 2015

FREE Webinar. Emergency Risk Communication. Homeland Defense & Security

The Homeland Defense & Security Information Analysis Center is proud to present the sixth webinar in our 2015 webinar series on July 29, 2015 at 2:00 pm EST. Registration is required


Webinar Description: Although governments are conducting research on technical approaches regarding emerging infectious diseases (especially those that could morph into bioterrorism), developing response plans and procedures and developing communication to transmit information to the public, little is done to facilitate development of effective risk or crisis communication messages for public consumption

Ebola, a highly contagious and often deadly disease recently trended on social media, was the lead story on nightly news and made headlines in national publications, yet there was little evidence that risk and crisis communication techniques were used to stabilize the communication environment surrounding the outbreak.

The Ebola outbreak in Africa, the death of an Ebola-infected patient in Texas, the two nurses infected with Ebola after treating Ebola-infected patients and the transport and treatment of other Ebola-infected patients at Emory University Hospital and the University of Nebraska Medical Center raised questions about the effectiveness of communication channels used in a public health emergency to keep the public informed. 

A lack of clear, concise messaging from one of the country’s leading health agencies, Centers for Disease Control (CDC), caused unwarranted fear, sensationalism and outrage among the American public while hampering communication efforts at many levels.

Understanding how and when to employ risk and crisis communication principles strengthens an organization’s trust and credibility quotient while providing opportunities to communicate effectively with the public. Risk and crisis communication principles prepare the public by preventing sensationalism, educating the public, and calming fears of the unknown.

This webinar uses science-based communication principles, best practices, and practical experience to raise awareness about the importance of integrating risk and crisis communication principles in public-facing communication and to assist HDIAC community members with maximizing communication skills to address risk-based or crisis-based public and media inquiries.

Registration: (Limited to 100 registrations) 

Click here to register 

Once your registration has been submitted and approved, you will receive a confirmation email message with instructions on how to join the event.

For further information or assistance, contact Melissa Freiderich at outreach@hdiac.org or (865) 813-1075.

BEMA is a member of the U.N. Global Compact

BEMA is a member and adheres to the The Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, and stresses member training and education in the Principle 10 as part of our professionalism and credibility to our members and communities that we assist and serve.


Corporate sustainability starts with a company’s value system and a principled approach to doing business. 
This means operating in ways that, at a minimum, meet fundamental responsibilities in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Responsible businesses enact the same values and principles wherever they have a presence, and know that good practices in one area do not offset harm in another. 
By incorporating the Global Compact principles into strategies, policies and procedures, and establishing a culture of integrity, companies are not only upholding their basic responsibilities to people and planet, but also setting the stage for long-term success.

Human Rights

  • Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights; and
  • Principle 2: make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses.

Labour

  • Principle 3: Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining;
  • Principle 4: the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour;
  • Principle 5: the effective abolition of child labour; and
  • Principle 6: the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.

Environment

  • Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges;
  • Principle 8: undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility; and
  • Principle 9: encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.

Anti-Corruption

  • Principle 10: Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Port-au-Prince, Conakry, Freetown, Monrovia. Time to Apply. 100 Resilient Cities Program



100 Resilient Cities


Only 33 spots remain, 

Today Tuesday, July 21, 2015 we are excited to officially announce the opening of the third and final round of the 100 Resilient Cities Challenge.

Encourage your city to apply to join 100 Resilient Cities today.

So far, 67 cities around the world have begun their journey toward a safer and more secure future. Shouldn't yours be next?

Spread the word about the Challenge by sharing this with your network:
Join the 100 Resilient Cities Network

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Cities in the 100 Resilient Cities network get the financial and strategic support they need to withstand the stresses and shocks that are part of life in an increasingly urban world.

Tell your community that it's time to get serious about your city's ability to survive and thrive, even in the face of challenges. Share this announcement with your networks and anyone who should know using the link below.

http://www.100resilientcities.org/apply-fb2
Sincerely,

Michael Berkowitz
@Berkmic
President, 100 Resilient Cities
Pioneered by The Rockefeller Foundation
 

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Live Webinar on “How to Raise Funds from the European Commission” Date: Thursday, August 13, 2015

How to Raise Funds from the European Commission

Live Webinar on “How to Raise Funds from the European Commission” Date: Thursday, August 13, 2015 Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM GMT. European Commission Landscape: Financial and Geographic Instruments; Eligibility How to Participate: Information sources for upcoming calls for proposals; 
            The Application Process: The Call for Proposal Process, 
            Tips and Tricks on the Concept Note and Full Proposal. 
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Monday, July 20, 2015

FEMA PUBLISHES JOB AID ON THE USE OF CONTRACT SUPPORT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF HAZARD MITIGATION ASSISTANCE GRANT APPLICATIONS

FEMA announces the release of a job aid on the use of contract support for the development of Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant applications

This document presents eight common HMA application development scenarios and provides guidelines to address procurement issues related to non-federal use of contracted support for the development HMA applications elements. 

The job aid was developed to ensure compliance with procurement regulations found in the “Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards” (2 C.F.R. Part 200).

These guidelines apply to all Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) and Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) award made on or after December 26, 2015, and all Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) awards granted under a major disaster declarations issued on or after December 26, 2014.

Job aid is available in the FEMA library at: https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/102051

Sunday, July 19, 2015

Resiliency Building. Preparedness, Response, Recovery, Revitalization. Sierra Leone. Ebola Crisis

FYI…
Resiliency building within the emergency management arena requires the involvement of all stakeholders:  pubic officials and agencies, nonprofit, faith-based, all private sector members, entrepreneurs are involved in rebuilding and revitalization efforts of any community from the U.S., Europe, and other communities throughout the world. 

Within your community what activities do corporations play in community engagement normal, and during disasters?

Continued relationship building does not end during a crisis, but increases the relationship of those affected during, and after the crisis.

The Social Progress Index (SPI), http://www.socialprogressimperative.org/data/spi suffices as a functional measurement tool for social progress that could be utilized by all stakeholders for review and discussion on community resiliency building.

We at BEMA will be focusing in on those private sector contributions before, during, and after the Ebola crisis for the revitalization of those nations affected.


International Stakeholder (Category:  Mining.  Diamond Industry)
           
                        The Curse of Diamond Mining in Sierra Leone

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African Continent. Seawater Greenhouse Project.

FYI....
        Potential use for all coastline nations on the continent.

Seawater greenhouses to bring life to the desert

Date:
July 14, 2015
Source:
Aston University
Summary:
Greenhouses that will use seawater to grow crops in one of the hottest and driest places on earth will be designed by researchers at Aston University working with industry partners as part of an international project.
The installations are to be erected in specially selected sites across the Horn of Africa, a region where temperatures regularly breach 40°C, water is scarce and food insecurity is very high. Due to the climate, conventional agriculture has been severely marginalised and the situation is worsening.
The project aims to overcome the region's inhospitable conditions to help farmers drastically increase their crop yields, providing them with a consistent, sustainable income. Currently in Somalia, only 1.5% of the country's land is cultivated and average annual crop yields per hectare are just 0.5 tons -- compared to 700 tons per hectare in commercial greenhouses.
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..................................Once installed, the innovative greenhouses will pump seawater from the sea using solar energy and convert it into freshwater for irrigation via the desalination process.

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