Working for a better response to earthquakes and structural collapses. International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG), part of @unocha
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On 2 June, the INSARAG Global Exercise Hosting Framework was signed between Lekhwiya and INSARAG. The arrangement was signed by Amb. Stillhart, INSARAG Global Chair and Staff Brigadier Al Kaabi, Assistant Commander for Administration and Supply.
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INSARAG held its annual Steering Group meeting on 10 March 2026 in Geneva with 256 participants in person and online. The group reviewed regional and thematic progress and endorsed important topics, such as the 2026 INSARAG Guidelines, and the INSARAG Strategy for 2026-2030.
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
2 Dec 2024
When disasters strike, UN first responders step up, saving lives and leading emergency responses.
Proud to honor @UNOCHA’s #UNDAC system and @Insarag with this year’s UN Heroes award for their selfless work on the frontlines.
Your courage is life-changing and inspires us all.💙
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
23 Nov 2024
🏆 #UNDAC and @Insarag emergency first responders recently received @unfoundation's #WeThePeoples Global Leadership Award.
Our colleague Clement Kalonga accepted the honor, highlighting the selfless dedication of teams who work tirelessly to save lives during crises. ⬇️
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
21 Nov 2024
TONIGHT.
We’re recognizing extraordinary leaders who are making an impact in our ever-changing world.
Stay tuned to go behind the scenes, catch up with honorees, and more during the #WeThePeoples Global Leadership Awards: bit.ly/3ZeNsKb
#WTPAwards
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
22 Nov 2024
Congratulations to the recipients of the UN Heroes Award:
UN Emergency First Responders, accepted by @UNOCHA's system and @Insarag.
You are true real-life heroes, delivering hope when disaster strikes.
#WeThePeoples #WTPAwards
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
22 Nov 2024
🌟Congratulations to #UNDAC and @Insarag emergency response teams for receiving @unfoundation's 'We the Peoples' Global Leadership Award!🏆
This honor is rewarded for their brave and selfless work to save others when disasters strike.
Proud of our colleagues💪
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
14 Nov 2024
سعداء لمشاركة الديوان الوطني للحماية المدنية والهيئة الدولية الاستشارية للبحث والإنقاذ @Insarag في التدريب الدولي TERE 2024 في #تونس لدعم الاستجابة لمخاطر الزلازل.
نستطيع من خلال مواجهة الكوارث بسرعة وكفاءة إنقاذ الأرواح وتقليل الأضرار.
#التأهب_للكوارث
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Thanks for joining us @ocharomena !
👏What a success! The 2024 AEME Earthquake Response Exercise came to a close yesterday in Tunis. Many thanks to all the participants and especially our hosts, the Office National de la protection civile. 👏
Preparedness saves lives!
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14 Nov 2024
Happy to join the National Civil Protection and @Insarag in the international training TERE 2024 to support response to earthquakes in #Tunisia.
By responding to disasters quickly and efficiently, we save lives and reduce damage.
#DisasterPreparedness
#InvestInHumanity
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
24 Oct 2024
"RESCUE IN PROGRESS! APERE 2024
"UNITY IN ACTION!
International collaboration, expertise, and compassion shine as teams race against time to:
Rescue trapped survivors
@Insarag @OCHAPakistan @saramalikhayat @Haruka_Ezaki @Rescue1122Pak @OCHAPakistan @
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
Kicked off a busy week in Lahore 🇵🇰 at the opening of the International Rescue Challenge and Asia Pacific Earthquake Response Exercise! Over 270 delegates from 23 countries are here for #IRC and #APERE2024, ready to enhance disaster response skills and collaboration🌍🚨@Insarag
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
20 Oct 2024
"UNITE FOR RESILIENCE: IRC & APERE 2024"
Watch as Lahore,Punjab Pakistan prepares to host 274 international delegates from 23 countries for the International Rescue Challenge&UN INSARAG Asia Pacific Earthquake Response Exercise Opportunity to
Enhance disaster response
@Insarag
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
11 Oct 2024
#UKISAR along with @FCDOGovUK participated in the @insarag AEME Regional Meeting 2024 in Bucharest (Oct 2-3).
With over 100 attendees from 33 countries across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, the event highlighted the crucial role of continued global cooperation. #INSARAG #AEME
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
11 Oct 2024
Thanks to the exceptional efforts of our Romanian hosts at the @insarag AEME Regional Meeting 2024 in Bucharest.
The meeting ran smoothly, allowing ample time for in-depth discussions among participants. It offered a valuable opportunity for representatives to unite and address shared challenges, focusing on @insarag's future direction and implementing the recommendations from the Governance review.
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
4 Oct 2024
Ayer, el Embajador de 🇪🇸 en 🇷🇴 recibió a la delegación española de protección civil desplazada a🇷🇴para participar en la Conferencia @Insarag para la puesta en común de procedimientos de actuación y armonización de metodología de respuesta internacional ante catástrofes naturales.
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
27 Sep 2024
Huge congratulations to the International Search and Rescue Team of the Republic of #Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 with successfully completing #INSARAG External Classification at the medium level with support of mentors from #AFAD! 👏👏👏
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
25 Sep 2024
“Azerbaijan’s urban search and rescue team is undergoing #INSARAG External Classification 🇦🇿 ! Peer experts from 11 countries under the umbrella of #UNOCHA 🇺🇳 are assessing a 36-hour simulated #earthquake scenario exercise.”
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International Search and Rescue Advisory Group retweeted
19 Aug 2024
Highly productive meeting with China's Vice Minister of the Ministry of Emergency Management(MEM) H.E. Hao Junhui acompanied by senior officials, to reaffirm OCHA's long standing cooperation and seek new partnerships to strengthen disaster preparedness for effective response.
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‼️5 años más como equipo #USAR‼️
La #UME se reclasifica por segunda vez como equipo de Búsqueda y Rescate Urbano🏚️ de #INSARAG @UN 🇺🇳
👏Enhorabuena a todos los que han hecho posible este nuevo reto
Lee la noticia📰 🔜 mtr.cool/xtenqvfxsf
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The INSARAG Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting was held on 26-27 September 2023 in Christchurch, New Zealand. It was hosted by Fire and Emergency New Zealand, with support from New Zealand Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).
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