TS2: No time to waste: The race for effective multi-hazard early warning systems in fragile and conflict settings
As compound risks and climate hazards increasingly threaten populations most at risk in fragile, conflict-affected and violence-prone contexts, the need for effective Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems (MHEWS) has never been more urgent. Despite significant challenges, recent advances such as the COP28 Declaration, new research and growing momentum around anticipatory action offer promising pathways forward.
This session brings together a diverse lineup of speakers to explore practical, scalable solutions that can turn MHEWS into a lifeline in the most complex settings. Participants will gain valuable insights from the latest policy, research and field-based practices alongside innovative financing mechanisms, helping to identify critical gaps and untapped opportunities.
Join us for an inspiring and solutions-driven discussion aimed at transforming early warnings into early action for communities on the frontlines.
Focal points:
- Ms. Catalina Jaime, Head of Climate and Conflict Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre/University of Twente
- Mr. Niccolò Lombardi, Anticipatory Action Lead, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Ms. Carlyne Yu, Early Warning Specialist, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
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Moderators:
- Ms. Catalina Jaime, Head of Climate and Conflict, Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre/University of Twente
- Mr. Nourou Macki Tall, Senior Liaison Officer for Emergencies and Resilience, FAO Liaison Office with the UN in Geneva
- Ms. Loretta Hieber Girardet, Director of the Risk Knowledge Branch, UNDRR
Speakers:
- Dr. Charles Balagizi, Geochemist Researcher and Scientific Director, Goma Volcano Observatory
- Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President, Iraq Red Crescent Society
- Ms. Fadumo Ali, Principal Advisor, Somali Disaster Management Agency
- Ms. Stephanie Speck, Head of Special Initiatives, Green Climate Fund
- Ms. Joëlla van Rijn, Senior Policy Advisor, Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Mr. Francis Pigeon, Executive Director of Policy & Partnerships, Meteorological Service of Canada/incoming Chair, Climate Risk & Early Warning Systems (CREWS) initiative
Agenda
02 Jun 2025
14:15 - 15:15 (CEST+0 Europe/Berlin)
Location
Salle Obasi
WMO
WMO
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Remote participation available to those registered for the conference
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EN, FR, ESDetails
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