Enhancing Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R) Capacity in the Urban Areas of Bangladesh

This ispecfic objectives for this assignment are as follows:

  • Understanding the current urban EP&R mechanisms and challenges in Bangladesh
  • Identifying gaps in the urban EP&R through institutional analysis
  • Preparing and proposing the establishment of the Urban EP&R Training Institute
The primary goal of this task is to enhance the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R) capabilities in urban areas of Bangladesh. To accomplish this objective, we will present the foundational elements for establishing an Urban EP&R Training Institute, which will act as the central hub for related institutes and Emergency Operation Centers (EOCs). The EP&R Training Institute will also aim to expand its presence to other densely populated urban regions within Bangladesh. In addition, this assignment will create a Training of Trainers (ToT) program based on insights gathered from assessments and consultations to enhance the Training Institute's capacity. The World Bank team will utilize the outcomes of this task to engage in further discussions on this proposal with relevant stakeholders in Bangladesh.