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Disaster risk reduction through human rights

Wednesday December 10, 2025 12:00 - 13:00 CET E5

Moderator: Karen da Costa
Panelists: Lauri Sivonen, Pavel Rodin

The Disaster risk reduction through human rights panel aims to explore how governments can protect citizens from climate-related disasters. The discussion will cover enhancing infrastructure, developing early warning systems, promoting international cooperation, and providing financial aid to developing nations. One focus will be on communication during disasters, while another will address the importance of foresight methodologies in disaster preparedness. The objective of the panel is to demonstrate how human rights can steer disaster prevention initiatives and bolster community resilience.

Governments play a crucial role in safeguarding citizens from the impacts of climate-related disasters. By concentrating on improving infrastructure, implementing effective early warning systems, fostering international cooperation, and offering financial support to developing countries, they can mitigate risks. The discussion will highlight the importance of clear communication in emergency situations and the integration of foresight methodologies to enhance resilience and preparedness for future human rights challenges. The overarching goal is to show that human rights should guide efforts to prevent disasters and strengthen community resilience.

Organizer

Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Gothenburg

Topic

Klimat
Minoriteter
Migration

Målgrupp

Civilsamhälle
Intresserad allmänhet

Språk

English

Programform

Konferensprogram (60 min)
Nivå: Medel

Lecturers

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Karen da Costa Moderator

University of Gothenburg, School of Global Studies

PhD, Senior Lecturer in Human Rights, School of Global Studies, University of Gothenburg

Lauri Sivonen Panelist

Former expert at the Finnish Human Rights Centre, Helsinki

Pavel Rodin Panelist

PhD, Postdoctor, Department of Journalism, Media and Communication, University of Gothenburg. Member of the EU COST Action AlertHub.