Project Partners: Integration of the science of high probability unpredictable hazards into DRR

University of Ulster

Professor John McCloskey, School of Environmental Sciences
The University of Ulster's Geophysics Research Group (here referred to as UUGeophys) has worked on the tsunami threat facing western Sumatra both in terms of science and in terms of the levels of risk perception and of community preparedness and has developed a working relationship with KOGAMI, a local NGO operating in the tsunami threatened coastal city of Padang. KOGAMI is responsible for initiating and coordinating mitigation and preparedness activities in Padang and throughout the coastal province of Sumatra.

Concern Worldwide

Established in 1968, Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty. Concern is currently working in 29 of the world's poorest countries, delivering emergency and long-term development interventions in areas such as livelihoods, health, HIV/AIDS, and education. Concern are fully committed to this project. Their role will be to bring an understanding of the working environment of an international NGO to the project. This will ensure that the recommendations will be realistic from the perspective of this important user group.

British Geological Survey

Established in 1835, the British Geological Survey is the world's oldest national geological survey and the United Kingdom's premier centre for earth science information and expertise. It provides expert services and advice to clients from the public and private sectors both in the UK and internationally. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the research and dissemination of geoscience their scientific expertise and experience in absorbing and responding to the needs of public and private stakeholders is highly relevant to the context and challenges which this project aims to explore.