The European Centre for Disaster Medicine (CEMEC) has officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Far Eastern University (FEU), marking the beginning of a collaborative effort to advance disaster risk reduction and public health protection.
The partnership brings together FEU’s College of Nursing, which focuses on training healthcare professionals in disaster preparedness and response, and FEU’s College of International Studies, which is dedicated to promoting international cooperation and understanding in the realms of disaster risk management and public health, with CEMEC’s leading role in disaster medicine training and research under the Council of Europe.
Consul general of the Republic of San Marino, Jean Henri Lhuillier, declared: “This partnership is invaluable as it utilizes the key strength areas of both CEMEC and FEU so we can prepare well for risks that lie ahead in our modern world.”
The MoU focuses on two key areas. The first is disaster risk reduction, which seeks to develop and implement strategies to minimize the impact of natural and technological disasters. The second is public health protection, which aims to enhance preparedness and response mechanisms to protect public health during emergencies.
The partnership will manifest through a variety of cooperative efforts involving CEMEC, FEU College of Nursing, and FEU College of International Studies.
FEU president Dr. Michael Alba expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “This collaboration with CEMEC underscores our commitment to advancing public health and disaster risk management. It opens up new avenues for research, training, and the development of innovative strategies that will benefit not only our communities but also set a benchmark for international cooperation in these critical fields.”
CEMEC director Dr. Roberto Mugavero added, “We are thrilled to partner with FEU, an institution that shares our vision for a safer and healthier world. Together, we can make significant strides in disaster risk reduction and public health protection, ultimately enhancing the resilience of communities globally.”
