workshop on disaster recovery planning, dhaka, bangladesh

workshop on disaster recovery

planning

International

Recovery Platform

REPORT

Dhaka, Bangladesh

25-27 May 2015

Organizing partners

Organizing Partners

INTERNATIONAL RECOVERY PLATFORM

REPORT

Workshop on Disaster Recovery

Planning

Dhaka, Bangladesh

25-27 May 2015

INTERNATIONAL RECOVERY PLATFORM Dhaka, Bangladesh 25-27 May 2015

R e p o r t : W o r k s h o p o n D i s a s t e r R e c o v e r y P l a n n i n g

E X E C U T I V E S U M M A R Y i

Executive Summary

Mainstreaming “build back better” in recovery, rehabilitation, and reconstruction was expressed during the Stakeholders’ Consultation, 9-10 December 2014 in Dhaka. In response to this, the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), the Build Back Better Foundation (BBBF), the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh (UNDP), and the International Recovery Platform (IRP) had jointly organized a three-day Workshop on Disaster Recovery Planning, 25-27 May 2015 at CIRDAP Auditorium, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Gathering over 50 high level and technical delegations from various ministries of the government, universities, development partner organizations, NGOs, and private sector, the event discussed recovery agenda in Bangladesh in the context of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. It also explored options to strengthen existing policy frameworks, including amendments to the Disaster Management Act of 2012, Standing Orders on Disaster, and the National Plan for Disaster Risk Reduction.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Mofazzal Hossain Chowdhury Maya Bir Bikram MP, Honorable Minister, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, who expressed commitment to pursue effective disaster management programs by incorporating ‘build back better’. At the closing, Mr. Hasanul Haq Inu MP, Honorable Minister, Ministry of Information, assured the participants that build back better efforts in recovery, rehabilitation, and reconstruction will be advocated in Bangladesh through the support of the ministry and media organizations.

The main outcome of the workshop was the identification of recovery issues experienced in Bangladesh along with the initial listing of strategies and actions on various sectors including infrastructure, housing, livelihoods, health and psychosocial, and environment. The strategies and action will be integrated in the proposed Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan of Bangladesh. On top of this, the event was a rare occasion to bring together a wide array of inter-ministerial delegates as well as disaster risk reduction practitioners and experts who were further oriented on the ‘build back better’ options in the context of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. The presence of key ministers and their respective secretaries indicated positive sign of putting in place policies and programs to further mainstream recovery agendas such as establishing a national recovery platform, recommending recovery responsibilities for the Inter-Ministerial Disaster Management Coordinating Council to be articulated in the SOD, and endorsing the Bangladesh Disaster Recovery Action Plan.

On the bases of the workshop outcomes, the following next steps were identified. Firstly, a parliamentary meeting on ‘build back better’ will be organized at the Bangladesh Parliament to discuss disaster risk reduction and recovery issues that require legal support and legislation. Secondly, the MoDMR through the support of UNDP Bangladesh will take forward the initial strategies and actions for Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan by organizing a writeshop. Finally, new programs and projects to promote build back better shall be proposed by BBBF in collaboration with MoDMR, UNDP, and other relevant stakeholders. The initial proposals include: (i) campaign for safe schools, (ii) building critical mass of local recovery experts and volunteers, (iii) partnership between local universities and international knowledge hubs to promote recovery agenda in school curricula as well as facilitate knowledge-sharing and exchange, and (iv) partnership with media in increasing level of awareness on build back better.



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Table of Contents

Executive Summary ..................................................................................................................... i

Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................... ii

Background .................................................................................................................................1

Organizing Partners.....................................................................................................................3

Participants .................................................................................................................................4

Workshop Activities ....................................................................................................................5

Results .........................................................................................................................................7

Way Forward ...............................................................................................................................8

Annex 1: Concept Note ...............................................................................................................9

Annex 2: Workshop Module on Disaster Recovery Planning ...................................................11

Annex 3: Workshop Agenda .....................................................................................................15

Annex 4: List of Participants .....................................................................................................19

Annex 5: List of Workshop Materials .......................................................................................22

Annex 6: PPTs from Partners . ..................................................................................................23

Annex 7: Outputs – Proposed Strategies and Actions for Recovery ........................................46

Annex 8: Photos ........................................................................................................................53



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Background 1. The need to mainstream and articulate “build back better” in recovery, rehabilitation, and

reconstruction was expressed during the Stakeholders’ Consultation, 9-10 December 2014 in Dhaka. In response to this, the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), the Build Back Better Foundation (BBBF), the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh (UNDP), and the International Recovery Platform (IRP) had jointly organized a three-day Workshop on Disaster Recovery Planning, 25-27 May 2015 at CIRDAP Auditorium, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

2. The accumulated lessons from past experiences serve as rationale for proposing key actions on

recovery, including the development of disaster recovery plan (pre and post). Firstly, while governments have implemented large-scale recovery and reconstruction programs in the wake of certain disasters, success hinges upon the availability of and access to skills, knowledge and resources from a remarkably diverse community of stakeholders. Secondly, despite ongoing and expanding efforts to minimize hazard impacts through disaster risk reduction, risks cannot always be completely eliminated. The recovery function remains relevant and necessary given that catastrophic events continue to occur at an alarming frequency. Finally, the post-disaster recovery response has been increasingly plagued by significant time-gaps, a lack of continuous attention by international and national partners, declining resource commitments and lack of proper analyses of reasons for failure. Often, recovery momentum tends to slow following post-disaster assessments, making it hard to plan and implement later stages of recovery and reconstruction. Even with so many capacity building efforts, nations still face serious limitations in terms of planning and implementing recovery processes.

3. The main objective of the workshop was to provide technical assistance in formulating the National Recovery Plan of Bangladesh. Along with experts from its member organizations, IRP shared a collection of global experiences and lessons on disaster recovery, which served as reference in establishing a temporal link between preparedness, recovery, and sustainable development. The workshop was also aimed at strengthening the local capacities for integrating disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA) in disaster recovery planning and long-term development programming (Annex 1).

4. The workshop was expected to benefit countries in addressing the gaps experienced in recovery.

In the case of Bangladesh, the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR) recognized the need for strategic options that will further reduce the impacts of disaster. The MoDMR advocates the “build back better” principle of recovery to seize the opportunity to correct the limitations and failures of previous practices, policies, and programs. As pointed out during the first Stakeholders Consultation Workshop on Disaster Recovery Planning, 9-10 December 2014, Bangladesh is experiencing recovery gaps in knowledge, practice, and resource. First, the concept of recovery is not yet fully integrated in the policies and planning instruments of the Government such that recovery is not clearly articulated in the Standing Orders on Disaster (SOD of April 2010) and National Plan for Disaster Management (2010-2015). Second, recovery plans and efforts are not yet fully aligned with the long-term development agenda. For instance, the Disaster Management Act of 2012 does not stipulate predictable funding for recovery. Third, stakeholders and other key actors are not yet fully engaged and coordinated to take on recovery



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functions after a disaster – as there is no existing mechanism for cooperation in the context of recovery and Build Back Better. The workshop provided guidance in addressing these challenges.

5. Among the specific objectives of the workshop, included:

Key government officials and relevant stakeholders are oriented with recovery concepts, including “build back better”, case studies, and tools (e.g. guidance notes) – specifically in relation to Priority 4 of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction

Participants will be able to deliberate the strategies and actions on recovery, and reflect these in drafting the Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan of Bangladesh

Participants will be able to come up with list of responsibilities on recovery to be recommended for integration in the responsibilities of the Inter-Ministerial Disaster Management Coordination Committee (IMDCC) in the Standing Orders on Disaster (SOD) which is now an integral part of the Disaster Management Act 2012

Participants will be able to review and update the Bangladesh Disaster Recovery Action Plan (December 2014) based on the Sendai Framework

6. IRP, on the basis of its mandate, seeks to contribute to the enhancement of post-disaster recovery operations by developing essential capacities through training, experience sharing, and technical exchanges. It addresses the demands of governments, local officials, and leaders who are entrusted with the responsibilities for planning, managing, and executing resilient disaster reduction and recovery activities. More importantly, IRP as mentioned in the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction is an international mechanism for sharing of knowledge and experience on recovery among countries and all relevant stakeholders.

7. Various aspects of recovery planning were discussed during the three-day workshop

through the facilitation of IRP, and its pool of experts from the UNISDR, ADRC, Hyogo Prefecture, UNOPS, GFDRR, and UNDP. It was expected that the beneficiaries of the workshop could have a seamless access to the expertise within the region, and plan for a better integration of risk reduction concerns in all phases of the recovery process that builds on the existing assessment of risks. Additionally, the workshop was generally aimed at ensuring that risk reduction approaches are systematically incorporated into the design of emergency preparedness, response, and recovery programs , and aligned with Priority 4 of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction.

8. The Guidance Notes on Recovery, developed by IRP, served as based material for the

workshop. It was tailored to fit the hazards such as cyclone, which is recurring event in Bangladesh. It also served as an additional tool for policymakers and planners to effectively address the issues on recovery. The guidance notes, which compile global case studies on recovery, were explained at the workshop because experiences from large-scale disasters indicate that national and/or local governments are often ill-prepared to carry out the demanding tasks of planning for effective long term recovery and development. Moreover, governments need to strengthen its capacity in recovery planning because oftentimes the capacity is overwhelmed in the relief and response efforts.



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9. The workshop module on recovery planning (Annex 2), developed on the basis of the guidance notes, was adopted to facilitate the workshop. This module covered 11 recovery sectors (i.e. climate change, environment, gender, governance, health, infrastructure, livelihood, pre-disaster recovery planning, psycho-social, shelter, and telling live lessons) where capacity of government officials, who are engaged in long-term recovery, can be strengthened. The cases are continually updated and tailored to specific contexts.

Organizing Partners 10. With funding support primarily from the Cabinet Office of Japan and UNISDR, IRP

through the Build Back Better Foundation (BBBF) in Bangladesh had mobilized participants from government agencies, universities, international development organizations, and NGOs.

11. The workshop built on the substantial experience of government officials, aiming to provide an opportunity for improved understanding and abilities to incorporate risk reduction into recovery (Annex 3). It also contributes to: (i) build a critical mass of professionals in national governments oriented towards resilient recovery who can inform the recovery processes in the country as well as advocate for “build back better”, (ii) provide guidance for officials managing recovery programs through the benefit of prior global experiences, (iii) facilitate support for more effective management of recovery after major disasters, and (iv) disseminate references and resources on recovery, reflecting the best of global knowledge.

12. The BBBF is the pivotal institutions in Bangladesh leading to the conduct of the

workshop. With the slogan, “Build Better Now or Build Back Better Then”, BBBF through the leadership of Dr. Akram H. Chowdhury, former Member of Parliament in Bangladesh, as Founding Executive Chairperson works to localize the build back better concept as advocated in the Sendai Framework. The vision of BBBF is to act as the premier institution that creates and promotes new paths to leaders in resilience in Bangladesh through holistic recovery and build back better approaches and methodologies. Its mission is to coordinate and support the mainstreaming of build back better in recovery, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and in all development sectors. It strives to champion the advocacy of making build back better a national policy, and to serve as facilitator in promoting synergy for practical actions.

13. Staffers at BBBF have exposures in the reconstruction processes, recovery planning,

public investment systems, and preparedness or contingency planning that are crucial in the workshop. With support of UNDP Bangladesh, the agenda was prepared and the participants were mobilized.



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Participants 14. The event gathered over 50 high level and technical delegations from various ministries

of the government, universities, development partner organizations, NGOs, and private sector (Annex 4).

15. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Mofazzal Hossain Chowdhury Maya Bir Bikram MP, Honorable Minister, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, who expressed commitment to pursue effective disaster management programs by incorporating ‘build back better’. At the closing, Mr. Hasanul Haq Inu MP, Honorable Minister, Ministry of Information, assured the participants that build back better efforts in recovery, rehabilitation, and reconstruction will be advocated in Bangladesh through the support of the ministry and media organizations.

16. Parts of the workshop were series of panel discussions. One panel discussed “Recovery Issues in Bangladesh”, where Mr. Mesbah ul Alam, Honorable Secretary, Ministry of Primary and Mass Education, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh was the Chief Guest. The panelists were: Prof. Dr. Mahbuba Nasreen, Director, Institute of Disaster Management and Vulnerability Studies (IDMVS); Prof. Dr. A.Q.M. Mahbub, Department of Geography and Environment (DGE), University of Dhaka; Major A.K.M. Shakil Newas, Director (Operation & Maintenance), Fire Service and Civil Defence; and Mr. Kabir Faizul, Director, Humanitarian and Resilience Programme, CARE Bangladesh. Mr. Syata Brata Saha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), chaired the session.

17. Another panel discussed risk-financing, risk-insurance, urban safety, role of media, role

of universities, and community-based recovery. The panelists were from relevant government agencies, private sector, universities, international development organizations, and NGOs. In particular, representatives from the Ministry Finance, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, Ministry of Planning, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh University, CARE International, Islamic Relief, UNDP, OCHA, UNOPS, Christians Aid, Bangladesh NGOs Network for Radio and Communication (BNNRC), and



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Bangladesh Disaster Preparedness Centre (BDPC) served as panelists and shared experience as well as expert opinions. In one of the panel discussions, the chair of IRP Mr. Stefan Kohler served as panelist.

18. Participants have been engaged in recovery planning from supporting departments such as public works, health, education, and environment. In addition, officials from international and other national agencies also participated, making sure that the policymaking process encapsulates local knowledge, regional experience, and international expertise.

19. The primary participants were functionaries from national government who would

create a standby capacity that is available to local governments desiring disaster recovery planning support. Additionally, partners from UNISDR, GFDRR, Hyogo, UNOPS, UNDP, OCHA, among others also participated to further contribute in the discussions and make sure that partners’ knowledge and experiences are shared in the workshop.

20. The participants of the workshop are expected to contribute in (i) building a critical mass

of professionals in country governments oriented towards resilient recovery, and who can inform the recovery processes in the country as well as advocate for “build back better”, (ii) improving the knowledge in managing recovery programs based on lessons learned from prior global experiences, (iii) improving global support for more effective management of recovery after major disasters, and (iv) disseminating additional resources on recovery, reflecting the best of global knowledge, which can assist the participants in recovery project development and execution.

Workshop Activities 21. The three-day workshop comprised mainly of: (i) sharing of stories on recovery

initiatives along various sectors; (ii) panel discussions, and (iii) doing group exercises on recovery planning.

22. At the workshop, the participants were exposed to various options to “build back better”

after a disaster through a wide array of strategies and actions from the Guidance Notes on Recovery, which served as options for the government to adopt, if it suits to the local contexts. The lessons on recovery, as compiled by IRP from various experiences around the globe, provided an additional input to build on the existing initiatives of the national government. At the end of the workshop, the participants came up with an proposed strategies and actions to be integrated in the National Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan of Bangladesh, including list of responsible offices/organizations to implement the proposed actions.

Sharing of Case Studies 23. The case studies covered different sectors of recovery as reflected in the workshop

schedule. Lessons drawn from specific case were explained by IRP resource persons/consultants with the aid of PowerPoint presentation. Most of the case studies



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were taken from the guidance notes, and were presented to provide participants with menu of options in addressing recovery issues. Local participants were encouraged to share local stories and experiences, which will then be added into the online version of the Guidance Notes.

24. Each case study highlighted a unique recovery practice, designed to entice participants to reflect and analyze whether such practice is applicable to their contexts. In presenting a recovery case, three points were emphasized: (i) the unique feature a recovery practice; (ii) the process how such recovery practice is carried out; and (iii) the lessons that can be disseminated to other countries. In most presentations, photos and graphic illustrations were added in the PowerPoint slides. Some slides show detailed information, including related tools, checklists, and web links to guide participants. Examples of PowerPoint slides are shown below.

25. Printed copies of PowerPoint presentations as well as CDs containing relevant materials

and references on recovery were provided to all participants to be used in workshop. The list of resources contained in the CD is shown in Annex 5.

26. Participants actively shared their respective experiences on disaster risk reduction,

highlighting specific initiatives and programs. In addition, IRP partners in Bangladesh had shared key lessons on recovery as shown in their respective presentations (Annex 6).

Sample Slide 1: Text

Sample Slide 4: Graphic Illustration

Sample Slide 2: Diagram

Sample Slide 3: Photos



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Recovery Planning Exercises 27. Based on their discussions for each recovery sector, the teams came up with basic

principles and guidance for formulating a recovery plan. The recovery plan mentioned the key challenges, the basic approach to recovery, and some of options to address the issues. The proposed strategies and actions for recovery plan are shown in Annex 7.

28. Participants were grouped into teams during the workshops. Each team was given

opportunity to present their outputs to other teams at the plenary. During the group presentation, it was assumed that the Minister and key officials of the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief was attending the briefing. The group presentation provided opportunity for all groups to share and ask questions regarding their recommended strategies and actions.

Results Evaluation 29. Feedback on various aspects of the workshop was drawn from the participants through

informal interactions between staff and key partners who jointly organized the workshop. Participants reported that the workshop addressed knowledge gaps on recovery and reinforced the governments’ existing recovery planning initiatives.

30. Overall, the participants expressed that the case studies and examples shared at the

workshops were useful for the planning exercises. As participants had inter-ministerial representation, the workshop anticipated rolling out initiatives and inter-ministerial coordination in recovery planning. The level of participation indicated that the workshop attracted the right audience to coordinate long-term recovery efforts. For coordination purposes, the names of participants were added in IRP’s Roster of Experts. They will receive regular updates, including new cases and lessons on recovery through the IRP Secretariat.

Capacity 31. The workshop enriched participants’ knowledge of integrating disaster recovery

planning into their national DRR plans and other planning/programming instruments. The workshop resulted into discussions among representatives from government agencies, national platforms, and IRP partners to further share knowledge and exchange information for recovery planning.

32. Technical support will be further coordinated with the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, BBBF, and the participants, if needed.



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Way Forward 33. On the bases of the workshop outcomes, the following next steps were identified. Firstly,

a parliamentary meeting on ‘build back better’ will be organized at the Bangladesh Parliament to discuss disaster risk reduction and recovery issues that require legal support and legislation. Under the auspices of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of MoDMR and along with the Build Back Better Foundation (BBBF) of the ISRSDRR, the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), the Islamic Relief, and the IRP, the parliamentary meeting is proposed on 16 June 2015.

34. Secondly, the MoDMR through the support of UNDP Bangladesh will take forward the

initial strategies and actions for Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan by organizing a writeshop on the first week of August 2015. The expected outcome of the writeshop is a draft Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan of Bangladesh which will be coordinated by the MoDMR. Relevant ministries, agencies, and stakeholders are expected to participate in this event.

35. Thirdly, MoDMR with technical assistance from BBBF and UNDP will advocate

integration of recovery agendas in existing policy and planning instruments in Bangladesh, including the Delta Plan that is facilitated by the Ministry of Planning.

36. Fourthly, MoDMR with the support from UNDP and BBBF shall take further steps to

advocate in linking up key stakeholders in Bangladesh so that the Inter-Ministerial Disaster Coordinating Council (IMDCC) is convened and recovery agenda is integrated in the plans. Among the specific recommendations is the establishment of a National Recovery Platform and the creation of a dedicated recovery capacity and cell within MoDMR.

37. Finally, new programs and projects to promote build back better shall be proposed by

BBBF in collaboration with MoDMR, UNDP, and other relevant stakeholders. The initial proposals include: (i) campaign for safe schools, (ii) building critical mass of local recovery experts and volunteers, (iii) partnership between local universities and international knowledge hubs to promote recovery agenda in school curricula as well as facilitate knowledge-sharing and exchange, and (iv) partnership with media in increasing level of awareness among policymakers, practitioners, and communities on recovery (detailed report follows).

38. This report, as compiled by IRP, will be shared to Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, BBBF, and all as reference for recovery planning exercise in the future – specifically the section on outputs (i.e. proposed strategies and actions).



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Annex 1: Concept Note

Workshop on Disaster Recovery Planning

Jointly Organized by:

Ministry of Disaster Management & Relief (MoDMR)

International Recovery Platform (IRP)

Build Back Better Foundation (BBBF)

UNDP Bangladesh

CIRDAP Auditorium, Dhaka

25-27 May 2015

Rationale

The concept of “Build Back Better” is emphasized in the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk

Reduction (SFDRR), which was adopted at the World Conference on Disaster Risk

Reduction(3WCDRR) in March 2015 in Sendai, Japan. In support of implementing Priority 4 of

the Framework, the International Recovery Platform (IRP) serves as an international mechanism

for sharing of experience and learning among countries and all relevant stakeholders.

The accumulated lessons from past experiences serve as rationale for proposing key actions on

recovery, including the development of disaster recovery plan (pre and post). Firstly, while

governments have implemented large-scale recovery and reconstruction programs in the wake of

certain disasters, success hinges upon the availability of and access to skills, knowledge and

resources from a remarkably diverse community of stakeholders. Secondly, despite ongoing and

expanding efforts to minimize hazard impacts through disaster risk reduction, risks cannot

always be completely eliminated. The recovery function remains relevant and necessary given

that catastrophic events continue to occur at an alarming frequency. Finally, the post-disaster

recovery response has been increasingly plagued by significant time-gaps, a lack of continuous

attention by international and national partners, declining resource commitments and lack of

proper analyses of reasons for failure. Often, recovery momentum tends to slow following post-

disaster assessments, making it hard to plan and implement later stages of recovery and

reconstruction. Even with so many capacity building efforts, nations still face serious limitations

in terms of planning and implementing recovery processes.

Against this backdrop, a workshop on disaster recovery planning is expected to benefit countries

in addressing the gaps experienced in recovery. In the case of Bangladesh, the Ministry of

Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR) recognized the need for strategic options that will

further reduce the impacts of disaster. The MoDMR advocates the “build back better” principle

of recovery to seize the opportunity to correct the limitations and failures of previous practices,

policies, and programs. As pointed out during the first Stakeholders Consultation Workshop on

Disaster Recovery Planning, 9-10 December 2014, Bangladesh is experiencing recovery gaps in

knowledge, practice, and resource. First, the concept of recovery is not yet fully integrated in the

policies and planning instruments of the Government such that recovery is not clearly articulated

in the Standing Orders on Disaster (SOD)(April 2010) and National Plan for Disaster

Management(2010-2015). Second, recovery plans and efforts are not yet fully aligned with the

long-term development agenda. For instance, the Disaster Management Act of 2012 does not

stipulate predictable funding for recovery. Third, stakeholders and other key actors are not yet

fully engaged and coordinated to take on recovery functions after a disaster – as there is no

existing mechanism for cooperation in the context of recovery and Build Back Better. The

workshop is expected to provide guidance on addressing these challenges.



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Objectives

This three-day event is expected to achieve the following objectives:

1. Key government officials and relevant stakeholders are oriented with recovery concepts,

including “build back better”, case studies, and tools (e.g. guidance notes) – specifically in

relation to Priority 4 of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction

2. Participants will be able to deliberate the strategies and actions on recovery, and reflect these

in drafting the Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan of Bangladesh

3. Participants will be able to come up with list of responsibilities on recovery to be

recommended for integration in the responsibilities of the Inter-Ministerial Disaster

Management Coordination Committee (IMDCC) in the Standing Orders on Disaster (SOD)

which is now an integral part of the Disaster Management Act 2012

4. Participants will be able to review and update the Bangladesh Disaster Recovery Action Plan

(December 2014) based on the Sendai Framework

The workshop builds on the substantial experience of government officials, aiming to provide an

opportunity for improved understanding and abilities to incorporate risk reduction into recovery.

It also contributes to: (i) build a critical mass of professionals in national governments oriented

towards resilient recovery who can inform the recovery processes in the country as well as

advocate for “build back better”, (ii) provide guidance for officials managing recovery programs

through the benefit of prior global experiences, (iii) facilitate support for more effective

management of recovery after major disasters, and (iv) disseminate references and resources on

recovery, reflecting the best of global knowledge.

Expected Outcomes

Convened and activated the IMDCC, and integrated the recovery agendas in its responsibilities

List of strategies and actions to be integrated in the Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan of Bangladesh,

including commitments to move forward

Government officials and other stakeholders were oriented with recovery and committed to push

related policy and legislation

Participants will be able to review and update the Bangladesh Disaster Recovery Action Plan

(December 2014) based on the Sendai Framework

Participants

Recovery planning is a process that requires involvement of different organizational and sectoral

partners. With the central and/or local government in the lead (subject to the scale of the process),

the workshop may also enlists the engagement of regional inter-governmental organizations, UN

Country team, national platforms members (as available), and the multi-lateral development

banks.

Most importantly, the expertise required from different ministries and key government agencies

is essential in recovery planning to facilitate broader and holistic outputs. In this regard, it is

important the following ministries and offices.

Organizers

Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR)

International Recovery Platform

Build Back Better Foundation

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Bangladesh



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Annex 2: Workshop Module on Disaster

Recovery Planning

Method of Delivery: Lecture, discussion, reflection and simulation through scenario

Objectives for Day 1: Increase participant’s knowledge and understanding of the concept of recovery and “build back better” Discuss some tools and apply to a given scenario as simulation Learn through reflection and discussion of past experiences linked with tools and practices introduced in the session

Title Learning objectives

Elements Duration (minutes)

1. Introduction to Disaster Recovery

1. To ensure that the objectives of the workshop are clear 2. To introduce the participants 3. To introduce basic terms and concepts

1.1 Overview of day’s objectives 1.2 Introductions 1.3 Introduction to Key Terms (reference: UNISDR terminology – the publication will be distributed on day one – this session will clarify any doubts) 1.4 Discussion on Role of Government in recovery – responsibilities, legislative requirements, involvement of many departments, inter-sectoral approach to recovery, coordination issues. Session will conclude with participants discussing own experiences with the above issues of recovery. 1.5 Build Back Better – disaster and the window of opportunity. Session concludes with a discussion on examples of “build back better” from experience of participants. Reading Material: 1. UNISDR Terms 2. Guidance notes for Decision Makers

10 10 20 50 30

2. Recovery Planning Process

1. To introduce the scenario on which participants will work over the next three days 2. To show case examples of “build back better”

2.1 Introduce “Scenario” - a disaster situation will be given to participants, who will develop strategies and guiding principles for recovery based on the discussions over the next three days, based on menu of options of different approaches from the thematic sessions and the guidance notes. The link between sustainable recovery and development will be emphasized so the strategies link up with long term development and ongoing development projects 2.2 Examples of Planning Process from Kobe (Phoenix Plan) & China (Recovery Plan) will be introduced and discussed, with focus on

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potential for replication Reading Material: 1. Scenario will be distributed 2. Kobe Phoenix Plan 3. The Overall Planning for Post-Wenchuan Earthquake Restoration and Reconstruction from China 4. Housing sector recovery plan from Antigua and Barbuda November 2000 OAS and USAID

45

3. PDNA Process Note: Presented only by resource speakers from UNDP/BCPR or the World Bank

1. To introduce the mechanism and partners of the PDNA 2. To provide links to further information on PDNA

3.1 Introduction to the PDNA Process 3.2 Links to PDNAs 3.3 Discussion on participant’s experiences with PDNA and/or other methodologies of ex-post assessment of damages and losses Reading Material: 1. Tripartite UN, EC, World Bank agreement on PDNA 2. Knowledge table with display of PDNA documents 3. One recent PDNA will be distributed

30 15 15

4. Workshop 1: Shelter & Infrastructure (4 parallel groups)

1. To introduce menu of options of different approaches to recovery for shelter and infrastructure 2. To show case good practice cases on recovery 3. To utilize the given scenario to discuss, in groups, and formulate strategies and guiding principles for resilient recovery

4.1 Key Messages from Guidance Notes – Shelter and Infrastructure 4.2 Presentation of cases focused on good practices 4.3 Discussion in groups focused on practical strategies and guiding principles for recovery 4.4 Presentations by groups on the strategies and principles they elected to adopt. The groups are expected to defend their stand and to challenge other stands – the discussion will facilitate learning through reflection Reading Material: 1. Guidance Notes on Shelter and Recovery IRP 2. Safer Homes, Stronger Communities: Handbook for Reconstructing after Natural Disaster World Bank 3. Guidance Notes on Infrastructure and Recovery IRP

20 + 20 20 + 20 60 70 (Total 210)

Objectives for Day 2: Discuss tools and apply to a given scenario as simulation Understand some challenges to resilient recovery Learn through reflection and discussion of past experiences linked with tools and practices introduced in the session

5. Workshop 2: Climate Change & Environment (4 parallel groups)

1. To introduce menu of options of different approaches to recovery for environment and integrating climate

5.1 Key Messages from Guidance Notes – Environment and Climate Change 5.2 Presentation of cases focused on good practices 5.3 Discussion in groups focused on practical strategies and guiding principles

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change 2. To show case good practice cases on recovery 3. To utilize the given scenario to discuss, in groups, and formulate strategies and guiding principles for resilient recovery

for recovery 5.4 Presentations by groups on the strategies and principles they elected to adopt. The groups are expected to defend their stand and to challenge other stands – the discussion will facilitate learning through reflection Reading Material: 1. Guidance Notes on Environment and Recovery IRP 2. Guidance Notes on Climate Change and Recovery IRP

70 (Total 210)

6. Workshop 3: Health & Psychosocial (4 parallel groups)

1. To introduce menu of options of different approaches to recovery for health and psychosocial issues 2. To show case good practice cases on recovery 3. To utilize the given scenario to discuss, in groups, and formulate strategies and guiding principles for resilient recovery

6.1 Key Messages from Guidance Notes – Health and Psychosocial issues in Recovery 6.2 Presentation of cases focused on good practices 6.3 Discussion in groups focused on practical strategies and guiding principles for recovery 6.4 Presentations by groups on the strategies and principles they elected to adopt. The groups are expected to defend their stand and to challenge other stands – the discussion will facilitate learning through reflection Reading Material: 1. Guidance Notes on Health and Recovery IRP 2. Guidance Notes on Psychosocial issues and Recovery IRP

20 + 20 20 + 20 60 70 (Total 210)

7. Prioritizing Recovery Projects

1. Introduce the dilemma of balancing conflicting demands in recovery, and diversion of funds from on-going development work 2. Suggest methodology to facilitate prioritization

7.1 Principles & Examples Reading Material: 1. Guidance Notes for Decision Makers IRP 2. Disaster Recovery Toolkit page 12-13 COSCDA

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Objectives for Day 3: Discuss tools and apply to a given scenario as simulation Learn through reflection and discussion of past experiences linked with tools and practices introduced in the session Understand the different approaches possible for resilient recovery

8. Workshop 4: Gender & Livelihoods (4 parallel groups)

1. To introduce menu of options of different approaches to recovery for gender and

8.1 Key Messages from Guidance Notes – Gender and Livelihoods in Recovery 8.2 Presentation of cases focused on good practices 8.3 Discussion in groups focused on

20 + 20 20 + 20




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livelihoods 2. To show case good practice cases on recovery 3. To utilize the given scenario to discuss, in groups, and formulate strategies and guiding principles for resilient recovery

practical strategies and guiding principles for recovery 8.4 Presentations by groups on the strategies and principles they elected to adopt. The groups are expected to defend their stand and to challenge other stands – the discussion will facilitate learning through reflection Reading Material: 1. Guidance Notes on Gender and Recovery IRP 2. Guidance Notes on Livelihoods and Recovery IRP

60 70 (Total 210)

9. Workshop 5: Governance (4 parallel groups)

1. To introduce menu of options of different approaches to recovery for gender and livelihoods 2. To show case good practice cases on recovery 3. To utilize the given scenario to discuss, in groups, and formulate strategies and guiding principles for resilient recovery

9.1 Key Messages from Guidance Notes – Governance in Recovery 9.2 Presentation of cases focused on good practices 9.3 Discussion in groups focused on practical strategies and guiding principles for recovery 9.4 Presentations by groups on the strategies and principles they elected to adopt. The groups are expected to defend their stand and to challenge other stands – the discussion will facilitate learning through reflection Reading Material: 1. Guidance Notes on Governance and Recovery IRP

15 30 45 60 (Total 150)

10. Funding Recovery

1. Introduce options for funding the recovery 2. Provide links for further research

10.1 Options such as CAT Bonds, Insurance, etc. 10.2 Cases of good practice 10.3 Discussion on experiences and replication of good practices Reading Material: 1. From World Bank 2. Resource Person from Bank

30 30 30

11. Closing 1. Vote of Thanks 2. Distribution of certificates to participants

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Note: Coffee/tea will be available in rooms. Participants are free to help themselves during discussion time

Useful web links for reference:

www.recoveryplatform.org

www.gfdrr.org

http://www.recoveryplatform.org/

http://www.gfdrr.org/



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Annex 3: Agenda




International Recovery Platform (IRP)

Build Back Better Foundation (BBBF)

UNDP Bangladesh

CIRDAP Auditorium, Dhaka

25-27 May 2015

Agenda

Day 1

09:00~09:30 Registration

09:30~09:45 Introduction to Disaster Recovery

09:45~10:45

Panel Discussion: Overview of Recovery Issues in Bangladesh

Chief Guest: Dr. Mesba ul Alam, Secretary, Primary and Mass Education,

Government of the Peoples Republic of Bangladesh

Opening Remarks by Stefan Kohler, Chair IRP

Panelists:

Mohammad Abdul Qayyum, Additional Secretary, National Project Director,

CDMP

Mr. Md. Shahid Ulla Mia, Additional Secretary (DM), Ministry of Disaster

Management and Relief (MoDMR)

Mohammad Abdul Wazed, Director General, Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics

(BBS), Statistics and Informatics Division (SID), Ministry of Planning

Prof. Dr. Mahbuba Nasreen, Director, Institute of Disaster Management and

Vulnerability Studies (IDMVS), University of Dhaka

Prof. Dr. A.S. M. Maksud Kamal, Chairman Department of Disaster Science

and Management (DDSM), University of Dhaka

Prof. Dr. A.Q.M Mahbub, Department of Geography & Environment (DGE),

University of Dhaka

Major A.K.M Shakil Newas, Director Operations and Maintenance, Fire Service

and Civil Defence

Mr. Kabir Faizul, Director Humanitarian and Resilience Program, CARE

Bangladesh

Chair: Mr. Satya Brata Saha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Disaster


Moderators: Mr. Gerald Potutan. Ph.D., Recovery Expert IRP

Dr. Akram H. Chowdhury, Ex-MP, Executive Chairperson, BBBF

10:45~11:00 Bangladesh Recovery Preparedness Priorities

Ms. Seeta Giri, Ph.D., Recovery Advisor UNDP

11:00~11:15 Tea Break



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11:15~12:15 Pre-Disaster Recovery Planning

Ms. Seeta Giri, Ph.D., Recovery Advisor UNDP

12:15~13:00 Infrastructure & Shelter (case studies)

13:00~14:00 Lunch

14:00~15:45 Workshop 1: Infrastructure & Shelter

(including presentations)

15:45~16:00 Tea Break

16:00~17:00 Inauguration

Chief Guest: Mr. Mofazzal Hossain Chowdhury Maya Bir Bikram, MP,

Honorable Minister, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR)

Special Guests:

Mr. Reaz Ahmed, Director General Department of Disaster Management and Relief,

(MoDMR)

Brigadier General Ali Ahmed Khan, PSC Director General, Fire Service and Civil Defense

Ms. Pauline Tamesis, Country Director UNDP Bangladesh

Prof. Dr. A.S. M. Maksud Kamal, Chairman Department of Disaster Science

and Management (DDSM), University of Dhaka

Prof. Raquib Ahsan, Department of Civil Engineering, BUET

Prof. Tarekul Islam, Institute of Water and Flood Management (IWFM), BUET

Mr. Stefan Kohler, Chair International Recovery Platform (IRP)

Chair: Mr. Satya Brata Saha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Disaster


Moderator: Mr. Saidur Rahman, Director Bangladesh Disaster Preparedness

Centre (BDCP)

Day 2

09:00~10:00 Recovery Tools: Introduction to PDNA Ms. Seeta Giri, Ph.D., Recovery Advisor UNDP

10:00~11:30 Recovery Planning: The Case of Japan

Mr. Shingo Kochi, IRP

11:30~11:45 Tea Break

11:45~13:00 Environment and Climate Change (case studies)

Mr. Gerald Potutan, IRP

13:00~14:00 Lunch

14:00~14:30 Financing Recovery


14:30~16:00 Workshop 2: Environment, Climate Change, and Financing

(including presentation of outputs)



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16:00~17:00 Panel Discussion: Disaster Risk Financing and Insurance

Chief Guest: Mr. M. A. Mannan MP, Hon’ble State Minister for Finance,

Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh

Panelists:

Mr. Arijit Chowdhury, Additional Secretary, Bank and Financial Institutions

Division, Ministry of Finance

Mr. Shabel Firuz, Country Director Islamic Relief Bangladesh

Mr. Kabir Faizul, Director Humanitarian and Resilience Program, CARE

Bangladesh

Chair: Mr. Reaz Ahmed, Director General Department of Disaster Management and

Relief (MoDMR)

Moderator: Mr. Shakeb Nabi, Country Director, Christian Aid, Bangladesh

Day 3

09:00~10:00 Governance and Livelihoods (case studies)


10:00~12:00 Gender (global and local case studies)

Prof. Mahmuba Nasreen, DU and Ms. Ana Cristina Thorlund, IRP

12:00~13:00 Workshop 3: Governance, Livelihoods, and Gender

(including presentation of outputs & 15 minutes tea break)

13:00~14:00 Lunch

14:00~14:30 Health and Psychosocial (case studies)


14:30~15:30 Workshop 4: Health and Psychosocial

(including presentation of outputs)

15:30~16:00 Way Forward

- Endorsed Bangladesh Recovery Priorities

- Proposed Recovery Responsibilities of the IMDMCC

- Activation of IMDMCC

- Build National Platform on DRR (as stipulated in the SOD) through organizing

programs on mainstreaming DRR into different development sectors, health,

education, livelihood, etc.

- Key elements for Draft Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan of Bangladesh

- Proposed Policy Recommendations for the Disaster Management Plan of

Bangladesh (2016-2020)

- Proposed Recommendations for Upcoming National Policy of Disaster

Management

- Proposed necessary amendments to the Current Disaster Management Act

(including proposal for a new position for Director (recovery) in the DDM and

Recovery Cell/Authority in the Ministry of MoDMR



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16:00~17:00 Closing (including evaluation, feedback, and distribution of certificates)

Chief Guest: Mr. Hasanul Haq Inu, Honorable Minister, Ministry of Information,

Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh

Special Guests:

Mr. Momotaz Begum, Honorable Member of Parliament and Member,

Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Disaster Management and

Relief

Mr. Satya Brata Saha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Disaster Management

and Relief (MoDMR)

Prof. Tahmeed M. Al-Hussaini, Director BUET-Japan of Disaster Prevention

and Urban Safety, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology

(BUET)

Mr. Stefan Kohler, Chair International Recovery Platform (IRP)

Mr. Gerald Potutan, Recovery Expert, IRP

Mr. Shingo Kochi, Senior Recovery Expert, IRP

Mr. AHM Bazlur Rahman, Chief Executive Officer, BNNRC

Mr. Kazi Shahidur Rahman, Humanitarian Affairs Specialist, UNOCHA

Chair: Mr. Dhirendra Debnath Shambhu, MP, Honorable Chairman,

Parliamentary Standing Committee of the Ministry of Disaster Management and

Relief (MoDMR)

Moderator: Dr. Akram H. Chowdhury, Ex-MP, Executive Chairperson, BBBF



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Annex 4: List of Participants




International Recovery Platform (IRP), Japan

Institute of Strategic Recovery Studies for Disaster Resilience and Research (ISRSDRR)

UNDP- Bangladesh

Date: 25-27 May 2015, Venue: CIRDAP

S.L Name , Designation & Organization Mobile/Phone/e-mail

1. Tanzeba Ambereen Huq

Senior Project Officer , UNDP

01713063258

[email protected]

2. Abdul Awal Sarker

UNDP-ERF

UNDP

01735000081

[email protected]

3. Muhammad Mamun

Warehouse Inspector

Fire Service & Civil Defence Directorate

01741008866

[email protected]

4. Faisalur Rahman

Warehouse Inspector

Fire Service & Civil Defence Directorate

01920937535

[email protected]

5. Rabiul Islam Akanda

Inspector

Fire service & Civil Defence

Dhaka

01712388280

[email protected]

6. Md. Saifuzzaman

Inspector

Fire service & Civil Defence

Dhaka

01715368881

[email protected]

7. Abdullah Al Raihan

Projcet Manager

Islamic Relief, Bangladesh

01777773883

[email protected]

8. Farhana Sharmin

Programme Manager

Practical Action Bangladesh

0175121652

[email protected]

[email protected]

9. Dr. Md. Rafiqul Islam

Project Director

Department of Livestock Service

02-9136070, 01712164961

[email protected]

10. Md. Adith Shah Durjoy

Manager Organizational Development

IFRC

01818 257651, [email protected]

11. Md. Abul Kalam Azad Assistant Professor

IDMVS, DU

01721-472630

[email protected]

12. Md. Azizur Rahman

Assistant Director

Planning Division, BMD

01552317752

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]














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13. Chowdhury Mustazabur Rahman

Executive Officer, CSR

IDLC Finance Limited

01920786207

[email protected]

14. Dr. Md. Ekramul Reza

Medical Officer

Upazila Health Complex, Dhamrai, Dhaka

01735138733

[email protected]

15. Md. Salah Uddin Al-Wadud

Upazila Project Implementation Officer,

Puthia, Rajshahi

[email protected]

16. Kabir Faizul

Director- Humanitarian and Resilience

Program

CARE Bangladesh

01534402575

[email protected]

17. Shahenara Begum

National Curriculum & Text Book Board

Motijheel Commercial Area

01712878709

[email protected]

18. Prof. Md. Abul Hasnat Chowdhury

Badalgachi, Naogaon

01716358943

19. Md. Shohrab Hossain

Deputy Director

DDM

9859361

01552364104

[email protected]

20. Md. Shahinoor Rahman

Assistant Professor

BUET-JIDPUS

01717481168

[email protected]

21. David Hilton

Programme Officer

CIRDAP

01819243240

[email protected]

22. Dewan Abu Ehsan

Head of Programme

Muslim Aid –UK Bangladesh Field Officer

01841246302

[email protected]

23. Md. Rafiqul Alam

Executive Director

Dwip Unnayan Songsta

01715- 075222

[email protected]

24. Muhammed Atikul Haque

Research Officer- DRR & CCA

Climate Unit, Christian Commission for

Development in Bangladesh

01712542421

[email protected]

25. Hajiqul Islam

Research Director

FPMU, Ministry of Food

[email protected]

26. Nazia Hossain

Research Assistant

BUET-JIDPUS

01925773348

[email protected]

27. Mahfuza Akter

Action Aid Bangladesh

01816192278

28. Jannat Noor

Oxfam

01730728650

29. Ms. Nigar Sultana

Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock

01552459651

30. Md. Jahangir Alam

PIO, Parbatipur Dinajpur

01712069001
















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31. Jannatul Ferdous

Research Officer

Department of Women Affairs

01916819282

[email protected]

32. Dr. Md Rafiqul Islam

Project Director, DCRMA Project

DAE, Khamarbari, Dhaka

01715135406

[email protected]

33. Saad Bin Shafique

Channel 24

01671925010

[email protected]

34. Kazi Sakhawat Hossain

Joint Secretary, Ministry of Water Resources

01552450365

[email protected]

35. Bijoy K. Nath

Concern World Wide

Bangladesh

01713067794

[email protected]

36. Md. Qumrul Hasan

Joint Secretary

MoDMR

01711703068

[email protected]

37. Shakhawat Hossain

01910977054

[email protected]

38. S.M. Kamrul Hassan 01710539413

[email protected]

39. Md. Abul Hashem

Associate Research Director

PPMU, Ministry of Food.

01915-683671

[email protected]

[email protected]

40. Anisuzzaman Chowdhury

JICA

01713042176

[email protected]

41. Syed Lamia Hossian

BDPC

01673642197

[email protected]

42. Shamim Ahmed Choudhury

FAO

[email protected]

01970921089

43. Major Mst. Tahmina Bushara 01769013098

[email protected]

44. Salma Jahan

Deputy Secretary, MoDMR

01715180192

[email protected]

45. Naima Begum

Senior Assistant Chief

MoDMR

01741229453

[email protected]

46. Rezwana Islam

Christian Aid

01753886212

47. Halima Neyamat

FAO

01755551821

[email protected]

48. Monishankar Sarkar 01739888900

[email protected]





















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Annex 5: List of Workshop Materials

FOLDER DOCUMENT

1. Introduction to Disaster Recovery

Natural Hazards, Unnatural Disasters (The World Bank)

Learning from Disaster Recovery: Guidance for Decision Makers

UNISDR Terminology (English)

Post Disaster Recovery Guidelines (UNDP)

2. Planning Process

Scenario for Planning

National Disaster Recovery Framework (FEMA/USA)

Hyogo Phoenix Plan (book & ppt)

Los Angles Recovery and Reconstruction Plan

The Overall Planning for Post-Wenchuan Earthquake Restoration and Reconstruction

Hope Beyond the Disaster (7 Principles of Tohoku Recovery)

3. PDNA Process

Basics of PDNA

PCNA-PDNA Joint Declaration (EU-UNDG-WB)

PDNA Haiti 2010

4. Guidance Notes on Recovery

(1) Infrastructure, (2) Shelter, (3) Health, (4) Psychosocial, (5) Climate Change, (6) Environment, (7) Governance, (8) Gender, (9) Livelihoods, (10) Telling Live Lessons, (11) Pre-Disaster Recovery Planning

5. Power Point Presentations (1) Introduction to IRP & Disaster Recovery, (2) Basics of PDNA, (3) Infrastructure, (4) Shelter, (5) Health, (6) Psychosocial, (7) Climate Change, (8) Environment, (9) Governance, (10) Gender, (11) Livelihoods, (12) Scenario for Planning (13) Pre-Disaster Recovery Planning, (14 ) Financing Recovery, (15) Comprehensive DM System in Japan, (16) The Great East Japan Earthquake

6. Funding Recovery

Financing recovery (World Bank Document)

Prioritizing Recovery Projects (COSDA document)

7. Additional Resources (1) Sendai Reconstruction Plan; (2) Kobe Reconstruction Plan, (3) Reconstruction Guide; (4) Terminologies; (5) Note of Introduction about the Workshop on Disaster Recovery Planning; (6) Guidance Notes on Safer School Construction; (7) Basics of PDNA

8. Summaries of Guidance Notes

(1) Introduction to IRP & Disaster Recovery, (2) Basics of PDNA, (3) Infrastructure, (4) Shelter, (5) Health, (6) Psychosocial, (7) Climate Change, (8) Environment, (9) Governance, (10) Gender, (11) Livelihoods, (12) Telling Live Lessons, (13) Pre-Disaster Recovery Planning, (14 ) Financing Recovery

9. Evaluation Evaluation Forms

10. Horn of Africa-specific references

(1) Infrastructure, (2) Shelter, (3) Health, (4) Psychosocial, (5) Climate Change, (6) Environment, (7) Governance, (8) Gender, (9) Livelihoods, (10) General references, including tools and guidance



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Annex 6: PPTs from Partners

1. Summary of the WCDRR, Ms. Ana Cristina Thorlund, IRP




B. Bangladesh Recovery Preparedness Priorities by Seeta Giri, UNDP




C. Introduction to PDNA by Seeta Giri, UNDP




D. Gender Inclusive DRR in Bangladesh by Prof. Mahmuba Nasreen, IDMVS University of Dhaka




E. Disasters in Bangladesh and the Fire Service by Maj. AKM Shakil Newas of Fire Service and Civil Defence




F. Risk Financing Towards Build Back Better by Kabir Faizul, CARE Bangladesh




F. Community Radio in Bangladesh by Mr. AHM Bazlur Rahman, CEO BNNRC



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Annex 7: Outputs

A. INFRASTRUCTURE

STRATEGY ACTION

1. Ensure that a

mechanism for Pre-

Disaster Assessment of

Infrastructure is in

place

Perform baseline survey on infrastructures

System for producing estimates of probable damage based on

assessments

Allocate fund to be used for rehabilitation and reconstruction

Execute the SOD and implement specific infrastructure recovery

guidance, as provided in the Disaster Management Act of 2012

Incorporate infrastructure concerns in the Contingency Plan

Challenges: lack of technical expertise, scarcity of resources, weak

governance

2. Upgrade existing

infrastructure as well as

ensure resilience in

future infrastructural

construction

Conduct city-wide mapping on the conditions of infrastructures

Review current Building Code and recommend essential

amendments

Ensure strict implementation of building code through inspections

and permit issuance

Decisive demolition of unplanned and high-risk infrastructure

facilities

Raise public awareness through education and community outreach

Challenges: lack of coordination among agencies, landuse and re-

adjustment policies and plans need to be revisited

Note: Below is a list proposed strategies and actions identified by the participants after a brainstorming workshop. These strategies/actions are generally indicatives that need further deliberation and refinement. It shown below, details on how to carry out the actions are not yet clearly specified, including responsible agencies and budget. In view of this, a writeshop event

was proposed by UNDP Bangladesh to put together the recommendations into a Pre-Disaster Recovery Plan for Bangladesh.




B. HOUSING

STRATEGY ACTION

1. Provide transitional

shelter for people

affected by disaster

Conduct needs assessment and hazard identification to assess

impacts of impacts of the disaster to housing

Pre-determine relocation sites, in case needed

Provide cost-effective transitional shelter

Facilitate availability of housing materials and labor by making

pre-arrangements with local suppliers before the disaster

2. Ensure that permanent

housing is made

available for affected

people

Design schemes for impacted people to get back to permanent

house

Assess housing impacts and identify potential sites for permanent

housing

Link permanent housing programs with sustainable livelihoods

programs

Plan and estimate required location and size for rehabilitation and

reconstruction

Prioritize requirement and collect funds accordingly

Ensure structural and architectural design of infrastructure

Assign a supervising body to implement the plan accordingly

3. Facilitate greater access

to proper/resilient

housing

Maintain an appropriate database/information on housing

Conduct periodical baseline analysis (5 years) of housing data

Monitor compliance to building code

Identify risky housing construction practices

Retrofit weak houses based on valid assessments

Make an inventory housing assessments

Raise plinth areas based on trends (considering vulnerabilities)

Strengthen roofs considering cyclones

Identify and allocate essential resources for resilient housing

Review database and address information gaps to facilitate

effective disaster recovery planning

Promote inter-ministerial coordination in housing recovery

Conduct comprehensive needs assessment for housing recovery

Ensure appropriate budget lines for housing recovery with clear

guidance on accessing and disbursing funds (assigning

responsibilities to organizations)

Revisit relevant policies/legislation on housing and address gaps, if

needed

Follow ‘build back better’ measures in housing reconstruction

Strict law enforce of on housing laws to ensure accountability

4. Collective effort to

access multi-sectoral

information on housing

Design systematic access to baseline data and information

Monitor and record progress in housing reconstruction

Ensure that new housing designs and locations are not creating new

risks




C. GOVERNANCE

STRATEGY ACTION

1. Consider the benefits of

‘Bottom-Up’ approach

in planning

Engage community in pre-disaster vulnerability assessment

Assess local capacities and needs

Mainstream disaster assessment in local action/development

planning instruments (identification of proper targets)

Assign and agree on roles and responsibilities among respective

stakeholders at the local level

2. Establish Effective

Accountability and

Monitoring Mechanism

Design better communication strategy on disaster recovery

Facilitate proper flow of information, ensuring that relevant

agencies access the information need for effective decision

Adopt a system for multi-stakeholders coordination

Systematic feedback mechanism for effective and resilient recovery

3. Promote a culture of

more transparent and

accountable nation to

the community

Ensure the community is strong engaged disaster recovery – with a

sense of ownership

Strengthen agency and community responsibility by sharing the

burden of recovery and reconstruction

KPI with incentives

Enhance institutional capacity for good governance

Strict law enforcement along with transparency

Empower leaders who are visionaries – championing ‘build back

better’

4. Ensure community

participation in response

and recovery processes

Ensure inclusive and shared plans, policies and guidelines for post

disaster response and recovery

Conduct baseline information and community risk assessment

considering local participation

Ensure community participation in the post disaster needs

assessment process

Ensure community participation in designing and implementing

response and recovery projects/activities

5. Ensure effective

communication using

right channels

Establish and operationalize communication plans, policies and

procedures

Improve institutional capacities for effective communication at

national and community level

Promote technological improvement in generating, processing and

disseminating disaster related information

Collect and disseminate information/resources related to post

disaster response and recovery

Create communication hub within affected area to facilitate a more

coordinated response and recovery process

Keep an up-to-date information about the disaster to all

stakeholders to help/support further actions




D. LIVELIHOODS

STRATEGY ACTION

1. Promote Resilient

Livelihoods Revisit and adopt, as appropriate, the “Livelihood Framework for

Bangladesh” as it is suited in the local contexts

Conduct needs assessment and action plan for livelihoods

Set standard package for livelihoods support according to

geographical locations

Engage private sector in livelihood programs, especially in

providing support/grants

Design programs for immediate recovery of SMEs in case of

disasters

2. Adopt alternative

climate-resilient

livelihoods

Identify context-specific alternative livelihood options and

disseminate this information to the community

Create and raise awareness by popularizing local climate change

scenarios

Design and adopt financial schemes affordable to poor community

Create industrial zones in the impoverished areas

Protect pre-existing livelihoods from disasters

3. Screen alternative

livelihood options Consult community in identifying appropriate livelihood options

Identify vulnerable groups by location

Ensure insurance coverage for livelihoods and assets

Conduct market chain analysis for livelihoods and prepare

livelihoods recovery plan through the community

Support restoration of livelihoods based on community-approved

livelihoods recovery plan

Provide capacity development and livelihood training to affected

people

Engage Micro Finance Institutions in livelihood recovery programs

4. Develop women

entrepreneurship Institutional analysis to map existing women enterprises and gaps

for improving women entrepreneurship

Advocacy with private and public organizations to create

community based database on women entrepreneurship

Ensure financial resources without collateral with soft requirement

schedules for creation and improvement of women

entrepreneurship

Provide training for capacity development of affected women for

creation of women managed enterprise




E. ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE

STRATEGY ACTION

1. Rehabilitate the

ecosystem Formulate and adopt a policy framework for ecosystem

rehabilitation

Promote, as appropriate, recycling/reuse of waste

substances/materials

Advocate for community-based adaptation to climatic change

Encourage eco-friendly heritage rebuilding (e.g. sundarban, lakes,

etc.)

2. Promote ‘Green

Technology’ Strengthen research activities on application of green technology

Develop green banking projects

Install a monitoring mechanism for green technology

Installation of renewable energy

Create mass awareness through media campaign, community

meeting

3. Promote

environmentally-sound

recovery in “community

as a whole”

Promote tree planting programs

Create water reserves (canal digging, rainforest harvesting, etc.)

Encourage maximum utilization of surface water

Advocate for carbon footprint analysis

Install effluent treatment plants

Promote rational use of fertilizers and chemicals

Advocate for 3Rs (reuse, reduce, recycle)

Promote awareness development among school children

Provide guidance for sustainable use of natural resources

Design and implement mitigation program for environment

pollution

Enforce environmental impact analysis

Adopt appropriate climate adaptation technology/tool

4. Ensure safe and quick

management of debris Prepare and operationalize guidelines and plans for debris

management

Facilitate mapping of hazard-specific debris from disaster and

prepare an action plan

Promote capacity building of national and local institutions for

effective management of debris

Ensure cost effective and environmental measures for management

of debris after disaster

Consider livelihood and income generation of affected people

during debris management




5. Promote climate-

resilient reconstruction

of infrastructures

Prepare a national and local level land-use plan for climate resilient

infrastructure

Ensure sharing of climate resilient technologies and knowledge

among different humanitarian stakeholders

Encourage innovation of climate resilient agricultural technologies

and dissemination for wider replication

Adopt ‘Build Back Better’ principle in construction and

reconstruction of climate resilient infrastructures

Consider environment, climate change, and gender issues in

designing and constructing infrastructures

Support farmers with climate resilient technologies and inputs

F. HEALTH AND PSYCHOSOCIAL

STRATEGY ACTION

1. Integrate safe and

health-friendly services

along with psychosocial

agenda into disaster

recovery initiative/plan

Ensure access to safe and adequate medical services along with safe

health/psychosocial infrastructure

Raise awareness of psychosocial needs

Provide capacity development in psychosocial services

Ensure access to health insurance

Secure mobile health facilities (tele-medicine) to reach community

Provide adequate health and psychosocial support not only to

victims but also to health providers

2. Mitigate post-disaster

health hazards Ensure that health infrastructures are multi-hazard resilient, and

considered gender, age, and physical ability issues

Develop a mass causality management system in different hospitals

and community clinics

Provide capacity building activities for doctors, nurses, and other

health workers/service providers on post disaster health services

Establish mobile clinics within the affected areas with adequate

amount of medicines, reproductive health kit, equipment, and

health workers (community and others)

Disseminate health related information to mitigate risk of

secondary health hazards

Adopt appropriate management guidance for handling dead bodies

to mitigate spread of health hazards/illnesses

3. Reduce post disaster

psychological trauma in

disaster affected

community

Mainstream psychosocial issues in response and recovery

plans/policies

Create institutions and/or develop expertise for post disaster

psychosocial support

Create knowledge hub for disseminating knowledge products and

information that minimize post-disaster psychosocial impacts

Create livelihood opportunities for people with disabilities (PWDs)

in disaster affected communities




G. GENDER

STRATEGY ACTION

1. Ensure that gender is

mainstreamed all sectors Create awareness on gender issues to change stereotypical mindset

Recognize the contribution of women by engaging them in

recovery programs

Ensure that baseline data are aggregated by gender

Provide equal opportunity for men and women in recovery

processes

Mainstream women participation in designing and implementing

recovery programs

2. Facilitate development

of women forum at

community level

Conduct gender-analysis in recovery initiatives

Conduct institutional analysis to identify existing institutional

arrangements and gaps in creation of women forum

Advocate gender-sensitization programs to relevant stakeholders

Conduct training of relevant stakeholders at national and local level

on creation and operationalization of women forum

Facilitate the creation of women forum at district, upazila, and

union level

Ensure participation of women at local Disaster Management

Councils (DMCs)

Ensure participation of women in decision making process for

response and recovery



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