Later this year, a United Nations General Assembly working group will meet to discuss the Draft Articles on the Protection of Persons in the Event of Disasters.
The Draft Articles address issues such as human rights and the protection of people in disasters, humanitarian principles, international cooperation, disaster risk reduction, and the responsibilities of states in external disaster assistance scenarios.
Join our webinar to learn more about the prospect of a new treaty, why we need it, and the role of the IFRC.
The webinar is open to government representatives, Red Cross Red Crescent Movement, regional organisations, United Nations Agencies, academia and civil society in Asia Pacific.
12 July 2024, 9am EST
Programme Outline:
1. Opening remarks and welcome (5 mins)
2. Overview of the Draft Articles and diplomatic process (10 mins)
3. Panel Perspectives on the Draft Articles: (45 mins)
- Asia Pacific Government Representative
- Small Islands Developing States – SIDS Government Representative
- Regional Intergovernmental Organisation Representative
- International Organisation Representative
- Academic & Research Institution Representative
4. Q&A (20 mins)
5. Summary & closing remarks: key considerations for supporting the Draft Articles and next steps in the Asia Pacific. (5 mins)
To register, please click here, and for any questions email alexandra.magaloff@ifrc.org.