Mahinungdanon an kina-adman han pag andam han kalibrehan kontra han kalamidad!
In a country where disasters are inevitable, investing in education for disaster risk reduction is investing in our collective future. A degree in Disaster Risk Reduction Management is not just for the individual—it is for the community, the nation, and generations to come. The Philippines doesn’t just need more responders; it needs more educated, empowered, and visionary leaders who can turn vulnerability into resilience.
In the Philippines, disasters are never an alien concept it is a lived reality. It happens every single month sometimes in a form of Earthquakes, Floods, Storm Surge and mostly Typhoons.
In fairness to the Commission on Higher Education this writer attended a Public Consultation on an Associate Degree on Disaster Preparedness Course a good 5 years back
It is my hope that these plans were pursued.
And what exactly are we gaining if we offer and have a course on DRRM:
Policy and Governance The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act (RA 10121) emphasizes the need for institutionalized disaster planning. Graduates can serve as technical experts in local government units, ensuring compliance and innovation in policy execution.
• Education and Awareness Trained professionals can integrate disaster preparedness into schools, workplaces, and communities. This creates a culture of readiness rather than panic.
• Sustainable Development Disasters derail economic progress. Having experts in DRRM ensures that infrastructure, housing, and livelihood programs are designed with resilience in mind, protecting both lives and investments.
• Global Competitiveness With climate change intensifying disasters worldwide, Filipino graduates in DRRM can contribute not only locally but also internationally, positioning the Philippines as a leader in disaster resilience.
Here in Tacloban, the ground zero of that dreadful Typhoon Haiyan, we are hopeful that we can have, soon ,a full College Degree on Disaster Risk Reduction Management.
Mahinungdanon an kina-adman han pag andam han kalibrehan kontra han kalamidad!
