Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance

Concern Worldwide is working in the districts of Gaibandha and Lalmonirhat in Bangladesh to strengthen the capacity of flood-prone communities to anticipate, prepare for, and recover from floods. ? In its latest photobook, Surging Hope, Concern documents the relentless struggles of climate-vulnerable communities, highlighting the journey of resilience through challenges faced by flood-prone communities in Gaibandha and Lalmonirhat. ? More here????https://lnkd.in/ex8fZB6H

Double Jeopardy ??: What happens when a tropical cyclone ?? wipes out power ???—only to be followed by a heatwave ??? The result: thousands left without access to cooling, escalating cases of heat illness, and compounding risks that strain communities and infrastructure. Our latest report explores the hidden dangers of compound heat and flood events and the adaptation strategies that can build resilience against multiple hazards. Key insights include: ?? Multi-hazard risk assessment for better planning and preparedness ?? Nature-based solutions to mitigate both urban flooding and extreme heat ??? Climate-smart urban design, including permeable surfaces and passive cooling retrofits to address both hazards ??? Community engagement and education—because informed action saves lives ?? Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/e2DBQMjU Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance Carolina Pereira Marghidan

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On March 10th, 2025, we, Practical Action in Bangladesh, proudly observed National Disaster Preparedness Day?in Faridpur district as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance community resilience under the Zurich Climate Resilience Programme. This day is a reminder of the importance of proactive disaster preparedness and response, focusing on building community resilience to better face challenges posed by any natural or man-made hazard. The District Relief and Rehabilitation Office, Faridpur, hosted a discussion session, opened by the Deputy Commissioner of Faridpur as the chief guest and chaired by the Additional Deputy Commissioner General. The event brought together key stakeholders, including the Additional Police Super (special guest), District Relief & Rehabilitation Officer, BFSCD, Red Crescent Society, NGOs, and volunteers. The session highlighted our efforts to enhance disaster preparedness through improved early warning systems, innovative technologies, risk assessment, capacity building, and advocacy for a national roadmap. Key initiatives include the Disaster Alert for BD app, local resilience agent pools, digital weather boards, and a voice messaging system for real-time multi-hazard alerts. Furthermore, in collaboration with the BFSCD, a rally was organized to raise public awareness about fire hazards. A heartfelt thanks to all participants and volunteers for their dedication to strengthening community resilience. Their active engagement underscores the power of collective action in disaster preparedness. Practical Action in Bangladesh Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance #DisasterPreparedness #ClimateResilience #ZurichClimateResilienceProgramme #Faridpur #NationalDisasterPreparednessDay #CommunityResilience #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateAction #DisasterRiskReduction #DisasterAlertforBD #LocalResilienceAgent

Preparedness is the key to protecting communities from the impact of #climate hazards – but in the planning stage, the unique experiences of women and girls are often overlooked. Plan International’s Daniela Donia and Manuel von der Muehlen explain how the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance’s work in the Philippines offers a more equitable and inclusive – and therefore more effective – approach to climate resilience ??

Happy International Women's Day! Here's how women in Nepal are taking the lead on making their communities more resilient to climate hazards. ??

When it comes to protecting communities from the impacts of climate hazards, preparedness is crucial. However, the experiences of women and girls are often overlooked during the planning stage, despite the fact that their experiences can contribute to building resilience against hazards. Ahead of International Women's Day, Plan International's Daniela Donia and Manuel von der Mühlen explain how the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance's work in Manila and Navotas offers a more equitable and inclusive approach to climate resilience. More here ?? https://lnkd.in/efpafNfU

Compound events, such as floods and heatwaves, can interact in a way that creates more severe outcomes than if they occurred both individually, as multiple stressors can exceed the coping capacity of a system more quickly than individual stressors occurring in isolation.? Check out our new report on compound events ?? https://lnkd.in/dvTdc8Ty You can also read our latest blog on the adaptation solutions required to reduce the impacts of these events ?? https://lnkd.in/dM-NJFKh Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC Z Zurich Foundation ISET Int Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change & the Environment Mercy Corps

#ClimateChange #ThrowBackThuraday At Plan International Nigeria, we believe that building resilience against climate change requires collective action. Under the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance (ZCRA) project, we organised a five-day capacity-building workshop for climate change champions from Yobe, Adamawa, and Abuja, and unanimously formed the Climate Change Network (CCN). This is in line with the project's objectives of building the resilience of community members to adapt to climate change and strengthening early warning systems in locations of implementation. This powerful network of stakeholders, including media representatives, influencers, and government agencies in attendance, will drive behavioural change, strengthen climate policies, and early warning systems. Fatimah, a member of the CCN from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), said “the workshop provided an avenue for synergy with various stakeholders committed to addressing the challenges of climate change in Nigeria, this synergy will provide more collaborative solutions.” During the workshop, CCN members highlighted the gaps in climate change mitigation and response. They also highlighted the strategies that will be deployed to ensure these gaps are addressed. By the end of the workshop, each stakeholder developed an action plan with timelines for the year 2025. This is a call to action for every sector of the society. Together, through collaboration, innovation, and commitment, we can ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. The time to act is now—because the cost of inaction is far greater,’ said another CCN member, Professor Ambrose Audu Zemba, Professor of Climatology Modibbo Adama University, Yola. #ClimateChange #ClimateReporting #ClimateResilience #ClimateMitigation #ClimateCrisis #ClimateResponse #PlanNigeria #ClimateNigeria #PlanInternational #PlanInternationalNigeria #StandWithGirls #FutureGirlsWant #ThrowBackThursday #TBT

Looking for an opportunity to explore the potential for the Private Sector to support adaptation? We're looking for a climate finance expert ?? The deadline for intent to bid is on Friday 28th February! A detailed Terms of Reference will be shared with applicants by March 3rd. More details here ?? https://lnkd.in/eWEytPdQ