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CARICOM Disaster Relief Unit (CDRU)

CDEMA continues to strengthen its mechanism in preparation for 2019 Hurricane Season

Michelle Nurse Jun 6, 2019 0

(CDEMA Press Release) The 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season is officially underway and CDEMA is strengthening its forces to respond effectively to Participating States. Executive Director of CDEMA Ronald Jackson has assured that many strides…
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CARICOM’s relief, early recovery operations in Haiti successful

Michelle Nurse Nov 22, 2016 0

“The efforts spearheaded by CDEMA underscore the importance and urgency in which the Region needs to continue to strengthen its capacity. We need to identify sustainable mechanisms to finance these systems so we can continue to serve the…
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Disciplined forces trained in providing disaster relief

Michelle Nurse Aug 17, 2016 0

Bridgetown, Barbados August 16, 2016 – Thirty-two participants from the disciplined forces, including police, military and fire services, successfully completed four days of training in preparation for their role in providing relief and…
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