Setting the Stage: Societal Approaches to Disaster Response and Resilience build

In this opening session, the Goonj Founder introduces the SARRD model, an innovative, community-centred approach to disaster risk reduction and resilience. Participants will explore how the societal strategies shared in the presentation can drive systemic change and strengthen local capacity before, during, and after crises.

Sharing the stories & some data points. Showcasing different kinds of disasters & stakeholders, from wildfires to floods, etc. Focusing that money isn’t just the only resource needed (different kinds of resources).
Embed yourself in a community so you’re a trusted resource.
Shifting narrative about disaster response from charity being at the centre of disaster response.