Project name:Risk-Informed School Evaluation Tool in India
This project examines risk patterns and advances safer school models in India, addressing gaps between education policies and disaster preparedness exposed by past accidents.
It highlights the need for risk-based site selection to protect students and ensure continuity in learning.
With rapid urban expansion and insufficient planning heightening vulnerabilities, the study underscores the importance of integrating disaster risk management into educational infrastructure development, fostering resilience and safer learning environments for future generations.
India’s education sector
by disasters annually
Impact
1
The Risk Informed School Evaluation (RISE) tool enhances school site selection by integrating disaster risk factors. It ensures safer locations for educational institutions in vulnerable areas, minimizing hazards, protecting students, and strengthening resilience in rapidly urbanizing regions.
2
The project evaluated schools’ emergency preparedness, highlighting strengths and identifying gaps in disaster management practices. These insights support improved risk reduction strategies, ensuring safer learning environments and enhanced resilience within the education sector.
3
The RISE tool enhances school safety, resilience, and sustainability, ensuring better student protection and uninterrupted education. By integrating disaster preparedness into school planning, it strengthens learning environments, minimizing risks and supporting recovery during and after crises.
