Suraksha Nepal implemented the Disaster Management Training Program in Tilathi Koiladi Rural Municipality, Saptari, to strengthen the knowledge, preparedness and response capacity of communities exposed to disaster and climate-related risks. The programme focused on equipping community members with practical knowledge and skills to better understand, prepare for and respond to emergencies. The programme benefited approximately 4,200 people through disaster management training, awareness sessions, community discussions and preparedness activities. Participants were introduced to key concepts of disaster risk, vulnerability, preparedness, prevention, mitigation, response and recovery.

The training covered important areas including disaster risk identification, early warning systems, emergency preparedness, evacuation and safe shelter, basic emergency response, communication during disasters, first aid awareness and community coordination. Participants were encouraged to identify potential hazards within their communities and take practical measures to reduce risks.

The programme particularly addressed locally relevant hazards such as floods, fire, storms, extreme weather events and other emergencies, while promoting preparedness measures that can help reduce loss of life, property and livelihoods. Community participation was a central component of the programme. Community members were encouraged to work collectively, share information, support vulnerable people and coordinate with local stakeholders during emergencies. The programme also emphasized the importance of preparedness at household and community levels, including emergency planning and access to early warning information.

Special attention was given to vulnerable and at-risk groups, including women, children, elderly people, persons with disabilities and economically disadvantaged households, to ensure that disaster preparedness and response measures are inclusive and responsive to different needs. he programme also promoted climate resilience by increasing awareness of changing climate conditions and their potential impacts on communities. Participants were encouraged to adopt practical risk-reduction and preparedness measures and strengthen their capacity to cope with and recover from disasters.

Overall, the programme reached approximately 4,200 people and contributed to strengthening community awareness, disaster preparedness, emergency response capacity and resilience to climate and disaster-related risks in Tilathi Koiladi Rural Municipality.