Seminar: Bangladesh’s journey towards disaster resilience
06 March 2023, 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
![Images showing sea level trends and meteorological data Images showing sea level trends and meteorological data](https://www.ucl.ac.uk/risk-disaster-reduction/sites/risk_disaster_reduction/files/styles/large_image/public/events/cover_photo.png?itok=x_5G0Sof)
This seminar, led by the University of Dhaka's Professor ASM Maksud Kamal, will examine Bangladesh’s journey towards disaster resilience, including current achievements, and future development and humanitarian challenges.
This event is free.
Event Information
Open to
- All
Availability
- Yes
Cost
- Free
Organiser
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Dr Mohammad Shamsudduha and Dr Bayes Ahmed – UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction
Location
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Torrington (1-19) Lecture Theatre 115Torrington Place (1-19)LondonWC1E 7HBUnited Kingdom
Disasters caused by natural or anthropogenic hazards, as well as humanitarian crises, have the potential to undo development progress and weaken resilience worldwide. Despite these risks, some countries have made significant strides in enhancing their capacity to manage disaster risks, particularly those arising from the rapidly changing climate. A prime example is Bangladesh, which is known to be one of the most vulnerable countries due to its numerous hazard risks that are expected to intensify under climate change and unsustainable development. While the loss of human life resulting from both rapid and slow-onset disasters, such as cyclones, floods, and droughts, is now considerably lower than in the 1970s, the development gains made in reducing disaster risks are threatened by the climate crisis. Furthermore, the COVID-19 pandemic, combined with the Rohingya refugee crisis, has highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of our societies, underscoring the need for disaster management plans that can adapt to climate and humanitarian crises. The talk will highlight Bangladesh’s achievements since its independence in 1971 in reducing disaster risks and the future challenges ahead towards achieving sustainable development goals.
About the expert
![A. S. M. Maksud Kamal A. S. M. Maksud Kamal](https://www.ucl.ac.uk/risk-disaster-reduction/sites/risk_disaster_reduction/files/styles/small_image/public/mk_photo.jpg?itok=Y50_zRhP)
No need to book in advance.