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Disaster Research Institute (DRI) |
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The
Disaster Research Institute (DRI), Preston University was established
in November 2005, with a view to deal with acute humanitarian and social
problems arising out of natural disasters such as the devastating
earthquake of October 2005 that hit Northern Pakistan. DRI is actively
involved in research in various areas related to Disaster Risk
Mitigation and Management. It has also mandated itself to impart
professional training to employees of institutions engaged in Disaster
Mitigation, Disaster Risk Reduction and Disaster Risk Management, and
also to individuals keen to enter this important field. |
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Vision, Mission of DRI |
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Disaster research Institute has the following Mission Statement |
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Strategy |
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Disaster
Research Institute intends to pursue these outputs in line with the
established mission of Preston University. Leading focus on risk
mitigation, disaster research, disaster preparedness and disaster
management training. Process-based policy advocacy through campaigners
and close interaction with the public for mass awareness campaign.
Training in the field of disaster management and preparedness in the
form of workshops, seminars and lectures. Conferences and networking
with other organizations working in this field. |
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Program Division |
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The
program aims to address the important aspects of Disaster Risk
Mitigation, Disaster Risk Perception and Preparedness. This will be
achieved through mass awareness campaign, trainings, workshops and
seminars. Research is a main focus of DRI and a lot of emphasis is being
placed on this area. |
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Geographical Area |
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DRI
is based in Islamabad and presently the services are being provided at
Islamabad Campus. But the program will then be expanded to cover the
Northern Areas as well. |
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