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The Institute of Civil Protection & Emergency Management
The oldest learned charitable society for disaster risk reduction.
Promoting excellence in civil protection and emergency management.
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In an increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world ICPEM is an independent collaborating forum. We are dedicated to achieving better outcomes in disasters and emergencies for people, their property and livelihoods, economies and the environment.
We unite professional practitioners and academics to provide an informed and influential voice to influence, shape and educate policy makers, professionals, academics and the public.
Our Mission
& Vision
What is Civil Protection & Emergency Management
Civil Protection focuses on safeguarding the population and vital resources, including critical infrastructure, during disasters, emergencies, or threats like terrorism and armed conflict. Emerging from World War II's civil defense efforts, it has evolved to address growing global risks, uniting experts, volunteers, and organisations at all levels.
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Emergency Management involves planning and coordinating resources to control emergencies and aid recovery. It covers key phases: anticipation, risk assessment, prevention, preparation, response, and recovery.
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Professionals in this field work across disciplines like disaster science, risk reduction, crisis management, business continuity, and operational resilience.
