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YCWS member of ADRNN (Asian Disaster Reduction and Response Network)

News Update·March 28, 2025March 28, 2025

YCWS member of ADRNN (Asian Disaster Reduction and Response Network),we are thrilled to share a great news that we now become a member of ADRNN (Asian Disaster Reduction and Response Network), a network of civil society organizations working on the issues of humanitarian, Development, Peace-Building, Climate Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction across Asia.

About ADRRN

Born in 2002 at a meeting of Asian CSOs in Kobe, Japan, ADRRN has rapidly evolved with
reaching across 21 countries from an awareness-raising network to a prominent regional voice in advocacy and capacity building. Today it is known as the ‘Civil Society Voice of Asia’.

ADRRN exemplifies the able spirit of southern leadership, the effectiveness of regional collaboration and the power of civil society. It puts local people at the centre of its work

Regional Humanitarian Partnership Week 2024 in Bangkok

News Update·March 15, 2025May 5, 2025

We were excited to have participated in the Regional Humanitarian Partnership Week 2024 in Bangkok! Over three days, more than 400 global participants came together to exchange ideas, build connections, and explore how local solutions can address pressing humanitarian challenges.

This event showcased the incredible potential of collaboration, from innovative st&nbsprategies to new partnerships. It’s a reminder that collective action can drive real change and build a more sustainable and resilient future.

Let’s keep the energy alive and turn these insights into impactful actions!

Thank you to United Nations OCHA, ADRRN, and ICVA Network and Community World Service Asia for hosting such an inspiring event.

Anticipatory Action: CLEAR (Community-Led Early Action and Resilience) Program in Makassar, South Sulawesi.

News Update·March 15, 2025May 5, 2025

We are pleased to share the news that we participated in the 2nd Anticipatory Action National Dialogue in Bandung from 7–9 January 2025. It was an incredible opportunity to collaborate with fellow members of the Anticipatory Action Working Group, where YCWS actively contribute to thematic discussions and workplan development, advocating for the importance of Anticipatory Action.

Currently, YCWS is piloting Anticipatory Action through the CLEAR (Community-Led Early Action and Resilience) Program in Makassar, South Sulawesi. The CLEAR Program is a collaborative project with our partner: Yayasan Inanta and our donor: Act for Peace.

This program is helping strengthen the resilience of vulnerable urban communities in Makassar, better preparing them for the impacts of climate risks and disasters.

Through this dialogue, we reaffirm the need to continue raising awareness about Anticipatory Action among local governments and communities. YCWS remains dedicated to supporting this cause through the CLEAR Program, ensuring that more communities are better prepared and resilient.

We look forward to continuing this important work and engaging with like-minded partners!

Launch of the I-CREATE Project: Strengthening Community Resilience in Malaka Regency

News Update·March 15, 2025May 5, 2025

The I-CREATE Project (Improving Community Resilience Through Enhanced Adaptation and Technical Assistance) was officially launched. This initiative is a collaborative effort led by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), CWS Japan, the Malaka Local Government, YCWS, and PMPB. Its primary goal is to enhance community resilience and to reduce climate-related risks faced by vulnerable populations in Malaka Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province.

Link liputan media:

https://www.batastimor.com/news/80514405186/sosialisasi-penanganan-banjir-di-malaka-direktur-ycws-saya-berharap-program-ini-dapat-berkontribusi-untuk-masyarakat-terdampak-bencana-banjir