The Emergency and Disaster Management Directorate in the governorates of Daraa and Tartous, in cooperation with local entities, organized awareness campaigns on the occasion of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, which falls on October 13 every year, with the aim of enhancing the culture of safety and prevention among students and the local community.
Daraa: Recruiting University Students for Volunteering
In Daraa, the campaign was held at the Third Faculty of Education under the slogan "Resilience Starts from the Community" and targeted students of all years. Youssef Abu Hashine, the Director of the Empowerment Department in the Directorate in the southern region, explained that the goal was to attract students to volunteer to be an active part of the community and assist Civil Defense in emergencies.
Abu Hashine noted that the one-day campaign aims to empower students and transfer their knowledge to the community, praising the role of volunteer Muath Al-Subhi in spreading the concept of volunteering and fostering a spirit of teamwork. For his part, student Abdullah Al-Zoubi highlighted the importance of the event in teaching young people how to act in emergency situations and enriching their experiences.
Tartous: Raising Awareness Among 4,000 Students About Earthquakes
In Tartous, the campaign launched in schools under the slogan "Resilience Starts from Home" and will last for three days, covering eight schools in the areas of Tartous, Safita, Baniyas, Al-Qadmous, Sheikh Badr, and Al-Derikish. Muhammad Jawhar, the Government Relations Director in the Directorate, explained that the activities focus on proper conduct during earthquakes and building evacuation.
Muhammad Qaddour, the Director of Youth Affairs in Tartous, added that the campaign targets approximately 4,000 students and covers evacuation mechanisms and essential items to take when leaving. Biology teacher Muhammad Mansour emphasized the importance of instilling a culture of security and safety to save lives, while student Reem Abdul Latif detailed sheltering procedures and avoiding elevators.
An Annual Platform for Prevention and Preparedness
The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction serves as an annual reminder of the importance of shifting from a relief culture to proactive prevention and preparedness. The source emphasizes that investing in early warning systems and resilient infrastructure protects lives and reduces the massive economic losses that natural crises devour annually.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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