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HRN Mobilizes for Cebu Earthquake Response

HRN Mobilizes for Cebu Earthquake Response

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Cebu late on September 30, destroying homes, damaging roads, and cutting power across several towns. The quake, one of the strongest to hit Central Visayas in recent years, left…
International Symposium on Strengthening Emergency Medical Systems and Multi-Sector Collaboration

International Symposium on Strengthening Emergency Medical Systems and Multi-Sector Collaboration

The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management (A-PAD) Philippines convened its International Symposium 2025 on September 17 at the Grand Westside Hotel, Parañaque City, bringing together national and international partners to strengthen Emergency Medical Systems…
Annual Report 2024: Transforming Communities Through Disaster Preparedness and Resilience

Annual Report 2024: Transforming Communities Through Disaster Preparedness and Resilience

A-PAD Philippines 2024 Annual Report: Transforming Communities Through Disaster Preparedness and Resilience
January to June 2025 Newsletter

January to June 2025 Newsletter

The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Philippines (A-PAD PH) is proud to share the January–June 2025 Newsletter, highlighting our collective efforts in advancing disaster preparedness and community resilience across the country. Discover how A-PAD…
Microentrepreneurs Gear Up for Disaster Resilience

Microentrepreneurs Gear Up for Disaster Resilience

In Ormoc City, microentrepreneurs like Joy Ambojia and Lolito Eisola are leading the way in disaster preparedness through the Microentrepreneurs Resilience Program (MERP). With training from A-PAD Philippines, they’ve adopted practical strategies to protect their…
A-PAD PH hosts Basic Emergency Care Course training to equip health care providers with lifesaving skills

A-PAD PH hosts Basic Emergency Care Course training to equip health care providers with lifesaving skills

A-PAD PH, in partnership with the Philippine College of Emergency Medicine, conducted a three-day Basic Emergency Care Course in Ormoc City, equipping frontline healthcare workers from Eastern Visayas with life-saving skills to strengthen local emergency…
A-PAD PH Launches Digital Training for Disaster-Ready Communities

A-PAD PH Launches Digital Training for Disaster-Ready Communities

A-PAD PH trained over 60 Human Resource Network volunteers across General Santos, Legazpi, and Cebu on using social media for disaster preparedness and climate advocacy—equipping youth, educators, and community leaders to combat misinformation and amplify…
Partnership Opportunities Explored in Surigao del Norte for Microenterprise Resilience Program (MRP)

Partnership Opportunities Explored in Surigao del Norte for Microenterprise Resilience Program (MRP)

Stakeholders in Surigao del Norte expressed strong support for expanding the Microenterprise Resilience Program, recognizing its role in strengthening business continuity and disaster preparedness among local microentrepreneurs.
Frontliners Join Forces with Multi-Sector Partners for ‘Big One’ Earthquake Simulation Drill

Frontliners Join Forces with Multi-Sector Partners for ‘Big One’ Earthquake Simulation Drill

In a groundbreaking tripartite initiative, the Philippine Medical Association (PMA), A-PAD Philippines, and the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) led the country’s first medical-focused earthquake simulation drill to prepare for a potential “Big One” scenario.…
A-PAD PH Hosts Awareness Seminar on Disaster Resilience and Multi-Sectoral Partnerships with Philexport Cebu

A-PAD PH Hosts Awareness Seminar on Disaster Resilience and Multi-Sectoral Partnerships with Philexport Cebu

A-PAD PH and Philexport Cebu hosted an awareness seminar to promote disaster resilience through multi-sectoral collaboration, introducing A-PAD PH’s programs and highlighting the importance of DRRM and microenterprise preparedness among export sector stakeholders in Central…