Advancing Disaster Preparedness and Community Resilience in Pasig
The National Resilience Council (NRC), together with the City of Pasig, convened to discuss Proposed Resolution No. 477-2026, which seeks to strengthen disaster preparedness, emergency response, and community resilience across the city through the Adopt-A-City Initiative. The discussion underscored the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration in building communities that are better equipped to anticipate, prepare for, […]
Mandaue City Continues to Thrive Through Different Resilience Initiatives
Building resilience starts with recognizing the value of the natural resources that sustain our communities. With the support of the National Resilience Council Foundation (NRF) and Forest Foundation Philippines (FFP), Mandaue City is developing a Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) project proposal for the Butuanon River Watershed—exploring how nature can be part of the solution to local […]
Building Stronger, More Prepared Communities
On September 8, 2026, K-COOP members of J. Nakpil 1, Brgy. 176-C, Bagong Silang, Caloocan City, came together for a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) led by the National Resilience Council (NRC), Peace and Equity Foundation (PEF), and K-COOP. The discussion provided a space for members to share their experiences with hazards such as floods and […]
Engineering Resilience: Building to Last
The National Resilience Council (NRC) co-organized the Earthquake Summit 2026, themed “Engineering Resilience: Building to Last,” led by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), in partnership with Makati Business Club (MBC), ARISE Philippines, the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF), and the Management Association of the […]
Advancing Local Resilience Through Knowledge Exchange, Collaboration, and Collective Action
The Resilience Exchange (REX) Forum 2026 is organized under the Strengthening Institutions and Empowering Localities Against Disasters and Climate Change (SHIELD) Programme, with the invaluable support of the Australian Government. The programme is implemented by UNDP Philippines, with the National Resilience Council (NRC) serving as one of its consortium partners. SHIELD is a multi-year partnership […]
SAMBAYANIHAN: Stories of Collective Action for a Resilient Philippines
At the heart of the SHIELD Programme is Sama-samang mga Samahan Para sa Isang Matatag na Bayan (SAMBAYANIHAN), a collaborative and multisectoral approach spearheaded and guided by the National Resilience Council (NRC). Rooted in the Filipino tradition of bayanihan, SAMBAYANIHAN brings together communities, local government units, the private sector, civil society, and other stakeholders around […]
Bayanihan Innovation for a Green and Resilient Philippines
The National Resilience Council (NRC) joined the 2026 Sustainability Expo (SUSTEX) on August 5 at SMX Convention Center Aura, bringing together stakeholders to advance a greener and more resilient Philippines. Guided by the theme “Bayanihan Innovation for a Green and Resilient Philippines,” the expo highlighted the power of collaboration, innovation, and sustainability in addressing climate […]
Strengthening Preparedness for Climate Extremes Through Science and Collaboration
The National Resilience Council (NRC) participated in the “El Niño and Habagat: Preparedness for Climate Extremes” Forum, organized by ARISE Philippines in partnership with SM Prime Holdings as part of the observance of National Disaster Resilience Month (NDRM) 2026. The forum served as a platform to strengthen disaster risk communication on El Niño and the […]
Resilience Through Partnerships: Learning from the Philippines–Ukraine Exchange
Resilience is not the responsibility of government alone. It is built through strong partnerships among government, the private sector, civil society, communities, academe, and international partners. During the Philippines–Ukraine exchange, discussions highlighted the importance of multi-level governance, community capacity, social capital, information security, and strong systems that can continue to function during times of crisis. […]