Office for Outer Space Affairs
UN-SPIDER Knowledge Portal
Help Shape the Future of the UN-SPIDER Knowledge Portal
The UN-SPIDER Knowledge Portal is your one-stop platform for resources on space-based disaster risk management. It provides: • Links and guidance on satellite data sources and applications • Recommended practices and step-by-step methodologies • Training materials and tutorials • Case studies and user stories from real-world applications • News and updates on UN-SPIDER activities, events, and global developments
Since its last major review in 2012, the Portal has evolved significantly. Now, we want to hear from you.
We invite you to take part in the 2025 evaluation of the UN-SPIDER Knowledge Portal!
This course blends academic study with experiential learning of best practice to teach you about disaster preparedness and response and creates professionals who are ready for action.
Some of the course's objectives are gaining knowledge required to pursue a career or work on emergency planning and management; examining theory and practice in a range of countries, benchmarking approaches in their respective countries of origin/work and generally build relevant experience in the industry; developing an early warning system and risk management plan tailored to the needs of their organization; and examining the kinds of tools and products that are available or could be developed to integrate information into forms most useful for them to make decisions at various levels.
This course is designed for emergency management personnel who are involved in developing an effective emergency planning system. Employees in public, charitable and private organizations involved in emergency planning and management.
