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 * Tina Bolding
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CELEBRATING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF DISASTERREADY.ORG







2023 marks the 10-year anniversary of DisasterReady.org. From humble beginnings
as an emergency online learning site for volunteers responding to the floods in
Pakistan, DisasterReady has grown into one of the largest and most trusted
professional development platforms for humanitarian and development
professionals around the world, at no cost. DisasterReady has become a go-to
professional development platform for volunteers responding to their first
disaster, humanitarians preparing for deployment to a different country or
crisis, and experienced professionals wanting to take the next step in their
career.






When we launched DisasterReady.org, we were initially met with skepticism and
some resistance. The majority of NGOs had always delivered their trainings
in-person, and for a variety of reasons, the shift to online learning was
contrary to the way they had always operated. Would these organizations embrace
online learning as a critical means to make training accessible to their remote
and distributed workforces who needed timely access to learning? Over a million
learners and a decade later, we know the answer. DisasterReady.org now has a
robust library of over 1,500 online learning resources in seven languages. The
portal includes free certifications and assessment-based certificate programs
for humanitarians at all levels of experience. Some of the largest NGOs direct
all new employees to DisasterReady to take safety and security training before
their first deployment. And after 3,000 people signed up back in 2013, more than
1,000,000 people from 195 different countries have signed up since.








The mission of DisasterReady remains the same today as it was ten years ago — to
better prepare humanitarian and development professionals for the critical work
they do by providing high-quality, relevant online learning resources at no
cost. Making access to education freely available to humanitarian and
development workers so they can continuously build skills and support
crisis-affected communities has been the bedrock of this program. As we look
back on 10 years supporting the sector, DisasterReady has remained steadfast in
its commitment to three core themes – equity, skill development, and
preparedness.







EQUITY



One of the most impactful ways that DisasterReady.org has been able to support
communities over the past decade is through its commitment to increasing
equitable access to education. By making all our courses and certificate
programs free, online, and on-demand, DisasterReady.org has removed many of the
traditional barriers to learning and professional development. This has allowed
individuals and communities from all backgrounds and circumstances to access the
information and resources they need to increase their readiness and resilience
in the face of emergencies. This approach has been particularly beneficial for
marginalized communities and those with limited access to traditional
educational opportunities, providing them with the skills they need to protect
themselves and their families during times of crisis. As we begin our next ten
years, we remain committed to this principle and will continue to explore new
ways to bring DisasterReady to as many individuals, communities, and
organizations as possible.







SKILL DEVELOPMENT



DisasterReady.org has also played an important role in enabling humanitarian and
development workers to develop their skills and advance their careers. The
online learning portal offers a wide range of courses and certificate programs
that are specifically designed to help aid and development workers and
volunteers gain the knowledge and skills they need to effectively respond to
emergencies including preparation for emergencies and building back after they
occur. As a new learner recently commented, “The information in DisasterReady is
an insightful journey and with the skills acquired, I will surely be the change
I wish to see.” By providing access to training that is both relevant and up to
date, DisasterReady.org helps humanitarian and development workers to stay
current on best practices and to better support crisis-affected communities.
This is particularly important in a field where the demands of the job are
constantly evolving, and assessment-based certificates and certifications are
being used to address Duty of Care requirements and inform hiring, promotion,
and deployment decisions. By providing online learning that is easily
accessible, available in multiple languages, free to any aid and development
worker anywhere on the planet, and relevant content that meets learner’s needs,
DisasterReady gives humanitarians the ability to develop tangible skills that
will make a real difference in the communities they serve.







PREPAREDNESS



From its inception, DisasterReady.org has been instrumental in helping
individuals, communities, and organizations build their resilience and
readiness. With disasters on the rise around the world and the impacts being
felt particularly by the most vulnerable communities, it is more important than
ever to be prepared. Whether it’s our short videos, Ready to Go Mobile Guides,
or more detailed online courses, DisasterReady has long been a trusted resource
to better understand the risks associated with different types of disasters, the
steps we all can take to mitigate those risks, and how best to safely respond
when disaster strikes.






It has been incredibly rewarding to look back on the partnerships we have
developed over the past 10 years of DisasterReady. We are incredibly grateful to
have partners from across the NGO, adult education, and international
development sectors that share our belief in the power of learning to transform
individuals, organizations, and communities. We also want to thank and
acknowledge the leadership of Cornerstone OnDemand. They have believed in this
program from the very beginning and continue to be our largest funder and
supporter today. Finally, we want to extend a special thanks to our learners.
This program has expanded to serve over 1 million people because so many of you
see value in it, keep coming back to use it, and recommend it to your friends
and colleagues. You continue to inspire us with the sacrifices you make to
further your own personal development and to ensure the well-being of others.
The world is healthier, safer, and more resilient because of our entire
DisasterReady community. Here’s to another 10 years together!









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