Event

International

5 June 2025

From 29 to 31 May 2025, the GLOFCA project participated in the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation in Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan, presenting its contributions to disaster risk reduction and regional resilience.

Adaptation and Resilience to Glacial Hazards

At the side event “Adaptation and Resilience to Glacial Hazards” on 29 May, co-organized by ESCAP, the Committee for Emergency Situations of Tajikistan, and the UN Resident Coordinator Office, UNESCO highlighted GLOFCA’s achievements in strengthening adaptation to glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs). These included advancements in early warning systems, community preparedness, and regional cooperation. The session underscored the critical importance of science-based adaptation tools and cross-border collaboration in addressing glacial hazards in Central Asia.

GLOFCA Project and Early Warnings for All

The project was also featured in Thematic Session 3 on glacial hazards under the Early Warnings for All initiative. Representing GLOFCA on the expert panel, the Project Officer highlighted how the GLOFCA project combines scientific expertise with local knowledge to develop effective, community-based EWS for glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs).

GLOFCA’s experience was further shared in sessions on adaptation and transboundary resilience. The project is now moving toward EWS installation in all four partner countries, followed by community training and drills to ensure long-term preparedness.