The course introduced participants to trends and concepts in disaster risk reduction, including risk, hazards, exposure, vulnerabilities, and triggers such as climate change and urbanization. Given the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters in Indonesia, the course focused on the impact of disasters on the business sector emphasizing the importance of investing in resilience and disaster risk management that goes beyond contingency planning.
Thus, participants were encouraged to take a proactive approach to disaster risk reduction, incorporating it into their business operations and strategies. To embark on this process, the course encouraged businesses to consider the specific vulnerabilities and needs of employees, customers, suppliers, and communities. By doing so, businesses can ensure that their disaster risk reduction efforts are effective, sustainable, and inclusive. These concepts were reinforced by practices and insights from various countries, including Indonesia. Both successful and failed practices were showcased because they can serve as valuable lessons.
Overall, the course was well-received by participants, who appreciated the practical insights and recommendations provided. Many expressed their commitment to implementing disaster risk reduction strategies within their organizations and working collaboratively with other stakeholders to build resilient communities. This course is an important step towards building disaster-resilient businesses in Indonesia and highlights the role that the private sector can play in supporting disaster risk reduction efforts.
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