As climate risks escalate globally, Trinidad and Tobago (TT) is spearheading a regional initiative to combat these challenges. The TT Disaster Risk Management Conference and Expo (TTDRM), themed ‘Resilience 360: Bridging Knowledge and Action,’ is set to take place from June 1-3, 2026. Organized by PODS Emergency Management Consultancy & Solutions, this event aims to transform climate warnings into actionable resilience strategies, fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration to bolster national preparedness. The conference builds on the success of TTDRM 2024, which emphasized a ‘whole-of-society’ approach, uniting government agencies, NGOs, private sector leaders, academics, and community stakeholders. TTDRM 2026 will focus on systemic risk, advocating for a shift from isolated hazard management to understanding interconnected risks. Drawing lessons from past disasters like Hurricane Flora in 1963, the event will address gaps in disaster risk reduction, particularly for SMEs and vulnerable populations. The conference will feature international and regional experts, including renowned meteorologist Brian Shields, and showcase innovative emergency management products. PODS Managing Director Stacey-Ann Pi Osoria has called for government representation at TTDRM 2026, stressing the need for political will to drive effective disaster risk management policies. TTDRM stands as a platform where local innovation meets regional readiness, ensuring communities are active participants in building resilience.