- TypeTraining or Development Class
- Location Istanbul, İstanbul, Turkey
- Date 11-04-2022 - 15-04-2022
Education/Teaching/Training/Development
Research/Science
Social Sciences
Administration/Management
Computer/Technology
ICT FOR DISASTER RESPONSE WORKSHOP
Start Date: 14/03/2022 End Date: 18/03/2022 for 5 days
Register online: https://skillsforafrica.org/course/71
Organizer: Skills for Africa Training Institute (https://skillsforafrica.org)
Course fee: USD 2,990
INTRODUCTION
This five (5) days training course explores how new information-, communication- and mapping technologies can be practically used to respond to disasters, augment situational awareness, improve relief coordination and much more. The digital revolution is changing disaster response. From the earthquake in Haiti to Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, the Ebola outbreak in West Africa and the recent earthquake in Nepal, a range of new tools can help national and international organizations respond faster and more effectively. This course covers the use of ICT in disaster response using real case studies for better clarity.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After the course, participants will be able to:
DURATION
5 days.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is beneficial too professional working in the management of disasters including decision makers, developing and planning officials, professionals in the housing, public works, , governmental officials, and NGOs committed to disaster management. The course accommodates participants from all nations.
COURSE OUTLINE
The course will be delivered through three modules:
Module I: Introduction & Social Media for Crisis Response
Module II: Mapping the Crisis - New Techniques for Disaster Response and Preparedness
Module III: Mobile Response: How Mobile Technology is Changing Disaster Response
Module IV: Looking Ahead: Where New Technologies are Taking Us
GENERAL NOTES
· This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.
· Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
· Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.
· We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more: [email protected]
· The training will be conducted at SKILLS FOR AFRICA TRAINING INSTITUTE IN NAIROBI KENYA.
· The training fee covers tuition fees, training materials, lunch and training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request.
· Payment should be sent to our bank account before start of training and proof of payment sent to: [email protected]