DDC Statement to the Global Platform at the United Nations 2009
Disaster and Development Centre
The purpose of the Disaster and Development Centre (DDC) is to develop through research, teaching and learning the knowledge and skills to address hazards, disasters and complex emergencies from the perspective of different development debates and experience. This field of inquiry and associated expertise, by necessity non-disciplinary, is guided by the needs of civil society and institutions in addressing vulnerability and disaster response.
The DDC explores the association of sustainable development with improved human security through risk management, resilience, emergency response systems, and longer-term recovery strategies both locally and in an international context. DDC activities include a programme of postgraduate studies in disaster management and sustainable development, academic links spanning four continents, collaboration with the UK emergency services, internationally funded research projects, and consultancy.
Staff from various parts of Northumbria University support the Centre, in particular those from the School of Applied Sciences.
Staff