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The IDRiM Podcast covers all things related to disasters. Whether it’s reviewing current and past disasters, exploring the latest research, providing a platform for young researchers to present their findings, or featuring senior researchers sharing their life stories and career journeys, the podcast delves into a wide range of topics in the field of disaster risk management. The IDRiM Society is a global network of experts, practitioners, and researchers dedicated to advancing the field of disaster risk management. The Society is based at Kyoto University, Japan.

  1. 3d ago

    #74 - IDRIM Podcast Live - Beyond Sendai: Rethinking Disaster Risk Reduction and What Comes Next

    Summary: As the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction approaches the final years of its 2015–2030 lifespan, attention is increasingly turning towards a critical question: what comes next? Recorded live at the IDRiM 2026 Conference, this panel discussion reflects on the legacy of the Sendai Framework, examining what has changed in disaster risk reduction since its adoption, where progress has been made, and where significant gaps between policy and implementation remain. The conversation explores the growing complexity and interconnectedness of disaster risk, from climate change and systemic risk to health emergencies, conflict, inequality and development. Panellists consider whether a global framework designed in 2015 has been able to keep pace with a rapidly changing world, and whether the next global disaster risk reduction agenda will need to become more flexible, systemic and responsive to different national and local contexts. Looking beyond 2030, the discussion turns towards moving from frameworks to action: strengthening implementation at the local and community level, improving access to data and knowledge, embracing new technologies, addressing barriers to effective disaster risk reduction, and better connecting resilience with development, livelihoods and human well-being. Ultimately, the panel asks what should be retained from Sendai, what needs to be rethought, and what priorities should shape the next era of global disaster risk reduction. Guests: Prof. Andrew Collins (Northumbria University, United Kingdom)Prof. Ana Maria Cruz (Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway)Prof. Reinhard Mechler (International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis [IIASA], Austria)Dr. Nombulelo Kitsepile Ngulube (Waseda University, Japan)Prof. Peijun Shi (Beijing Normal University, China) Hosts: Dr. Mark Ashley Parry (Northumbria University, United Kingdom) Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

  2. 3d ago

    #73 - IDRiM Podcast Live - Future Prospect of Disaster Research from the Lens of Young Researchers

    Summary: Recorded live at the 2026 IDRiM Conference, this panel discussion explores the changing landscape of disaster research and the challenges facing researchers and practitioners in an increasingly complex world. As disasters become more multifaceted, interconnected and difficult to understand through a single lens, the conversation considers emerging challenges around multi-hazards, compounding risks, vulnerability and the broader context of polycrisis. The panel reflects on whether disaster research and practice are keeping pace with these changing realities, and what the future of the field might look like for the next generation of researchers. The discussion also considers the role of the IDRiM Society and its conferences in shaping that future: how conferences can engage more meaningfully with the communities in which they are held, how early-career and emerging researchers can become more involved in the wider research community, and how IDRiM can continue building connections and opportunities beyond its annual conference. Bringing together different perspectives from across the panel, the conversation offers a forward-looking reflection on disaster research, collaboration and the role of the next generation in shaping the future of the field. Guests: Dr. Vidya Azzizi (Resilience Development Initiative, Indonesia)Dr. Bethany Meidinger (National Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilience, Japan)Mr. Matt Dorfstaetter (Elevate Programs International, Australia)Dr. Lina Maria Parra-Orduz (Kyoto University, Japan) Co-Hosts: Dr. Mark Ashley Parry (Northumbria University, United Kingdom)Dr. Haris Rahadianto (Lund University, Sweden) Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

  3. Sep 28

    #72 - Celebration of IDRiM 2025 YSS Winners - North America

    Background: This episode celebrates the two North America-based participants who placed in the top three in last year's YSS competition. We discuss their research, how it has developed over the past year, the benefits they received from winning the award, and their tips for this year’s participants. Guests: Dr. Juri Kim (University of British Columbia, Canada)Ms. Charlotte Milne (University of British Columbia, Canada) Host: Dr. Haris Rahadianto (Lund University, Sweden) Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

  4. Sep 28

    #71 - Celebration of IDRiM 2025 YSS Winners - Asia

    Background: This episode celebrates the two Asia-based participants who placed in the top three in last year's YSS competition. We discuss their research, how it has developed over the past year, the benefits they received from winning the award, and their tips for this year’s participants. Guests: Dr. Yue Lin (Nanjing University, China)Dr. Lina Maria Parra-Orduz (Kyoto University, Japan) Hosts: Dr. Mark Ashley Parry (Northumbria University, United Kingdom)Dr. Haris Rahadianto (Lund University, Sweden) Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

  5. Sep 28

    #70 - Celebration of IDRiM 2025 YSS Winners - Europe

    Background: This episode celebrates the two Europe-based participants who placed in the top three in last year's YSS competition. We discuss their research, how it has developed over the past year, the benefits they received from winning the award, and their tips for this year’s participants. Guests: Mr. Pritam Ghosh (University of Cologne, Germany)Dr. Valentina Di Talia (University of Bologna, Italy) Host: Dr. Haris Rahadianto (Lund University, Sweden) Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

  6. Sep 28

    #69 - Usefulness of Disease Surveillance Data in Enhanced Early Warning of the Cholera Outbreak in Southwest Cameroon, 2018. Part 4

    Abstract of Paper: This study evaluated the effectiveness of routine Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) data in providing early warning for the 2018 cholera outbreak during the socio-political crisis in Southwest Cameroon. Using a mixed-methods approach, researchers analysed District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2) surveillance data from 2018–2020 alongside interviews with key health personnel. During periods of intense conflict, disease reporting was characterised by poor timeliness (16.3%) and moderate completeness (67.2%), both of which improved as conflict intensity declined in 2020. Reduced conflict intensity was significantly associated with improved reporting timeliness, although the relationship with data completeness was weaker and not statistically significant. Variations between health districts suggested that factors such as proximity to reporting sites and performance-based financing helped sustain better reporting in some areas. The findings indicate that routine IDSR data was insufficient for timely detection and response to the cholera outbreak because reports were frequently delayed and incomplete. While strengths such as electronic DHIS2 reporting and supportive supervision were identified, the surveillance system was undermined by staff shortages, low motivation, poor communication, multiple parallel reporting tools, unreliable DHIS2 data, and the broader challenges posed by insecurity and difficult access to affected communities. The study concludes that socio-political instability substantially weakened disease surveillance and outbreak response, highlighting the need for the Ministry of Public Health to strengthen surveillance systems that generate accurate, timely, and actionable data capable of supporting health risk management during humanitarian and conflict settings.Link to Paper: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13031-023-00504-1Additional Information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JLez8lqqckhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOyNcIt7eiAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMK3PiPBc3UGuest: Ms. Reine Suzanne Mengue Kadia (Catholic University of Central Africa, Cameroon) Host: Dr. Mark Ashley Parry (Northumbria University, United Kingdom)Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

  7. Sep 28

    #68 - Usefulness of Disease Surveillance Data in Enhanced Early Warning of the Cholera Outbreak in Southwest Cameroon, 2018. Part 3

    Abstract of Paper: This study evaluated the effectiveness of routine Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) data in providing early warning for the 2018 cholera outbreak during the socio-political crisis in Southwest Cameroon. Using a mixed-methods approach, researchers analysed District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2) surveillance data from 2018–2020 alongside interviews with key health personnel. During periods of intense conflict, disease reporting was characterised by poor timeliness (16.3%) and moderate completeness (67.2%), both of which improved as conflict intensity declined in 2020. Reduced conflict intensity was significantly associated with improved reporting timeliness, although the relationship with data completeness was weaker and not statistically significant. Variations between health districts suggested that factors such as proximity to reporting sites and performance-based financing helped sustain better reporting in some areas. The findings indicate that routine IDSR data was insufficient for timely detection and response to the cholera outbreak because reports were frequently delayed and incomplete. While strengths such as electronic DHIS2 reporting and supportive supervision were identified, the surveillance system was undermined by staff shortages, low motivation, poor communication, multiple parallel reporting tools, unreliable DHIS2 data, and the broader challenges posed by insecurity and difficult access to affected communities. The study concludes that socio-political instability substantially weakened disease surveillance and outbreak response, highlighting the need for the Ministry of Public Health to strengthen surveillance systems that generate accurate, timely, and actionable data capable of supporting health risk management during humanitarian and conflict settings. Link to Paper: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13031-023-00504-1 Guest: Ms. Reine Suzanne Mengue Kadia (Catholic University of Central Africa, Cameroon) Host: Dr. Mark Ashley Parry (Northumbria University, United Kingdom) Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

  8. Jul 17

    #67 - Usefulness of Disease Surveillance Data in Enhanced Early Warning of the Cholera Outbreak in Southwest Cameroon, 2018. Part 2

    Abstract: This study evaluated the effectiveness of routine Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) data in providing early warning for the 2018 cholera outbreak during the socio-political crisis in Southwest Cameroon. Using a mixed-methods approach, researchers analysed District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2) surveillance data from 2018–2020 alongside interviews with key health personnel. During periods of intense conflict, disease reporting was characterised by poor timeliness (16.3%) and moderate completeness (67.2%), both of which improved as conflict intensity declined in 2020. Reduced conflict intensity was significantly associated with improved reporting timeliness, although the relationship with data completeness was weaker and not statistically significant. Variations between health districts suggested that factors such as proximity to reporting sites and performance-based financing helped sustain better reporting in some areas. The findings indicate that routine IDSR data was insufficient for timely detection and response to the cholera outbreak because reports were frequently delayed and incomplete. While strengths such as electronic DHIS2 reporting and supportive supervision were identified, the surveillance system was undermined by staff shortages, low motivation, poor communication, multiple parallel reporting tools, unreliable DHIS2 data, and the broader challenges posed by insecurity and difficult access to affected communities. The study concludes that socio-political instability substantially weakened disease surveillance and outbreak response, highlighting the need for the Ministry of Public Health to strengthen surveillance systems that generate accurate, timely, and actionable data capable of supporting health risk management during humanitarian and conflict settings. Guests: Ms. Reine Suzanne Mengue Kadia (Catholic University of Central Africa, Cameroon) Host: Dr. Mark Ashley Parry (Northumbria University, United Kingdom) Music: “Sunset” by Kai Engel, available at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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The IDRiM Podcast covers all things related to disasters. Whether it’s reviewing current and past disasters, exploring the latest research, providing a platform for young researchers to present their findings, or featuring senior researchers sharing their life stories and career journeys, the podcast delves into a wide range of topics in the field of disaster risk management. The IDRiM Society is a global network of experts, practitioners, and researchers dedicated to advancing the field of disaster risk management. The Society is based at Kyoto University, Japan.

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    2025 - 2026
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