On October 13, 2025, the Nevis Disaster Management Department (NDMD) marked the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) with the launch of the Disaster Community Communications Ambassadors (DCCA) program. The event, held at Charlestown’s Memorial Square, aligned with the global theme, “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters,” and showcased NDMD’s commitment to enhancing disaster preparedness and communication. The initiative aims to empower communities by training local communicators to disseminate accurate information before, during, and after disasters. The launch featured speeches from key figures, including Hon. Spencer Brand, Minister for Disaster Management, who emphasized the importance of investing in resilience through education and infrastructure. NDMD Director Brian Dyer highlighted the program as a transformative step in community-centered disaster governance, while Deputy Director Jacob Ngumbah introduced a seven-pillar framework for integrated disaster communications. The event also included parish representatives and an outdoor outreach activity, where ambassadors engaged the public with interactive quizzes and hurricane preparedness tips. The DCCA program underscores NDMD’s broader efforts to strengthen disaster communication in Nevis and the Caribbean, aligning with the Sendai Framework’s principles of empowerment and community participation.
“Nevis Funds Resilience, Not Disasters”: NDMD Launches Disaster Community Communications Ambassadors on IDDR Day, 13th October
