Understanding Risk (UR) Global Forum
NEW DATES COMING SOON
Due to the evolving situation in the Middle East, we have decided to reschedule the Understanding Risk Global Forum. New dates will be announced soon.
For the first time, UR will take place in the Middle East region in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This landmark forum will be co-hosted by the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) and the Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC).
REGISTRATION AND CALLS FOR PROPOSALS.
Resilient Futures: Leveraging Advanced Technology and AI for Next
Generation Disaster Risk Management. Change is coming: are we ready?
Submissions are welcome under one or more of the following thematic pillars:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Technology for Resilience | Sustainability, Climate Action & Environmental Resilience | Preparedness, Response & Future-Ready Systems | Disaster Recovery & the Disaster–Conflict Nexus | Human-Centered Resilience & Risk Communication | Risk Financing, Business Continuity & Economic Resilience.
If you have already registered, your ticket remains valid. Thank you for those who have already submitted session proposals. We will communicate a new deadline for submissions soon. For more information, please contact us at ur_forum@understandrisk.org.
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About the UR Community
Since 2010, the Understanding Risk (UR) Community has been advancing global resilience by sharing cutting-edge technologies, knowledge, and best practices. Today, the community spans over 200 countries and includes over 4,600 organizations — from governments, multilateral institutions, and the private sector to NGOs, academia, research bodies, community groups, and civil society.
Over the years, UR Forums have explored a wide range of themes shaping the future of risk and resilience — from cutting-edge technology to human and nature centered solutions. This year, we anticipate the following themes:
🤖 Artificial Intelligence (AI)
💻 Technology for Resilience
🌿 Sustainability, Climate Action & Environmental Resilience
🚨 Preparedness, Response & Future-Ready Systems
🕊️ Disaster Recovery, Preparedness & the Disaster–Conflict Nexus
🧭 Human-Centered Resilience & Risk Communication
💰 Risk Financing, Business Continuity & Economic Resilience
🏗️ Risk Reduction & Resilient Infrastructure – Next-Generation Solutions
Since 2010, UR has hosted 30 global, regional and thematic forums uniting experts and communities through science, creativity, and collaboration. These forums have provided an opportunity to explore ideas, innovation, and resilience in action.
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