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GeoAnalyticsPH Beta Testing: Shaping the Future of Land Use Planning
November 25, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in collaboration with the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and the World Bank, conducted a beta test of GeoAnalyticsPH (GAPH) for the Harmonized... Read More
Strengthening Disaster Preparedness: DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts GeoRiskPH Training for Mountain Province
November 20, 2024
The three-day training on the use of the GeoRiskPH platform for Mountain Province was held on November 20-22, 2024, at the Sagada Cave Pension House, Sagada, Mountain Province. This training program was organized by the Department of Science and Technology... Read More
Pagpangandam sa Katalagman: DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH in Davao Occidental
November 14, 2024
The provincial government and DOST-Davao Occidental, driven by a strong resolve to protect and empower its people, have recognized the urgent need to bolster their disaster risk reduction strategies. As part of their commitment, they conducted training on the use... Read More
Mati City, Always Ready!: DOST-PHIVOLCS Leads GeoRiskPH Platform Training for Mati City and Other Davao Oriental LGUs
November 7, 2024
Following the successful conduct of the Tsunami Run for Safety — a five-kilometer run for tsunami awareness in connection with World Tsunami Awareness Day — held on November 5, 2024, at FGR Park and Baywalk, City of Mati, DOST-PHIVOLCS, in... Read More
Extending DRRM Efforts to Taal’s Animals, Livestock, and Livelihoods through GeoMapperPH Mobile Application
November 7, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) has partnered once again with the Batangas Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPV) to bring the GeoMapperPH mobile application in Taal, Batangas. Held on November 7,... Read More
Caraga na! LGUs from the Caraga Attend Region-Wide GeoRiskPH Training
November 5, 2024
Representatives from the provincial and municipal government units joined together for a region-wide training in the Caraga region on the use of GeoRiskPH applications. The training was held on November 5 to 6, 2024 at the Southville Hotel and Convention... Read More
A Heart for Resilience: Marinduque and DOST-PHIVOLCS Unite for Disaster Preparedness
November 5, 2024
Marinduque, known as the "Heart of the Philippines" for its central location in the archipelago, holds significant importance not only geographically but also in the field of geographic mapping. As a key reference point for the Luzon Datum—an essential geodetic... Read More
GeoRiskPH Training for the City of Davao: Empowering Davaoeños for Data-Driven Disaster Preparedness and Resilience
October 15, 2024
The two-day GeoRiskPH platform training for Davao City highlighted a strong partnership between the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) and DOST Region XI. Hosted at the Panorama Summit Hotel in Davao City... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS and DTI-NCR Partners to Bring GeoRiskPH Platforms to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Metro Manila
October 11, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) collaborates with the Department of Trade and Industry – National Capital Region (DTI-NCR) to bring the GeoRiskPH Platforms to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in... Read More
Kata Na, Infanta!: LGU Hosts Locally-facilitated GeoRiskPH Training
October 10, 2024
Following the successful conduct of the Quezon Province Training of Trainers (TOT) on October 10, 2024, local trainers from Infanta, Quezon Local Government Unit (LGU) and the Southern Luzon State University - Center for Hazard and Environmental Resource Mapping (SLSU-CHERM),... Read More
GeoRiskPH Training for Quirino Province: Strengthening Climate Resilience and Disaster Preparedness at Handa Quirino 2024
September 22, 2024
The two-day training course on the use of GeoRiskPH platform for the province of Quirino showcased a significant collaboration between the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), DOST Quirino-Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO), and... Read More
Training on the Use of the GeoRiskPH Platform: Strengthening Disaster Risk Preparedness Across Eastern Visayas!
September 2, 2024
As part of a broader initiative to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience in the region, the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology Region VIII,... Read More
Metro Manila Dapat Laging Handa: DOST-NCR and DOST-PHIVOLCS Collaborate on NCR-Wide GeoRiskPH Training
August 20, 2024
Metro Manila is widely recognized for its vulnerability to natural disasters, including the threat of the “Big One” and frequent flooding. These hazards highlight the urgent need for proactive disaster preparedness and informed decision-making in the National Capital Region (NCR).... Read More
HazardHunterPH Pro Unveiled: A New Era of Innovation in Hazard Assessment
July 31, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) conducted two internal rollouts for HazardHunterPH Pro, a tool designed to enhance hazard assessment capabilities. These events, held on July 31 and August 2, 2024, aimed... Read More
Committing Towards Resilience: DOST-PHIVOLCS Signs MOA with the Province of Nueva Vizcaya for the Use of the GeoRiskPH Platform
July 24, 2024
“Isaisip, isapuso, isagawa!” were the words spoken by Nueva Vizcaya Vice Governor Eufemia Ang-Dacayo as she addressed her constituents participating in the GeoRiskPH training. Her three “I’s” urging them to keep in mind their learnings, take them to heart, and... Read More
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Davao del Sur Gets Geo-Ready: DOST - PHIVOLCS Conducts Orientation on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Province of Davao del Sur
July 15, 2024
In an effort to enhance disaster preparedness and risk assessment, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, in partnership with DOST Region XI, conducted a virtual orientation on the use of GeoRiskPH platforms for Davao del... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Department of Trade and Industry Region 2
July 3, 2024
On July 3, 2024, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry Region 2 (DTI Region 2), hosted a comprehensive training session on the utilization of GeoRiskPH... Read More
Cultivating A New Era of Disaster Risk Management: DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts First GeoRiskPH Training of Trainers in Northern Mindanao
May 28, 2024
The GeoRiskPH team of the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) returned to Northern Mindanao to train future trainers in the first GeoRiskPH Training of Trainers. The training is a follow-up to the training on... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platform for the Province of Lanao del Norte
May 28, 2024
On 28-29 May 2024, the training on the use of GeoRiskPH platform for the Province of Lanao del Norte was conducted by the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) at the Mahogany Hills... Read More
Abante Ilocos Norte, Region 1 Completed: DOST-PHIVOLCS with the Ilocos Norte PLGU for GeoRiskPH Training
May 13, 2024
Discovering innovative technologies, mitigating risk, and enhancing disaster resilience are the main goals of the Ilocos Norte municipalities as the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in collaboration with DOST Region 1 and the Provincial... Read More
Enhancing Disaster Preparedness: DOST-PHIVOLCS Trains Bayambang Officials on the GeoRiskPH Platforms
May 2, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in partnership with the municipality of Bayambang, Pangasinan, recently completed a two-day training course on utilizing GeoRiskPH platforms. Conducted on May 2-3, 2024, at the mayor’s conference room... Read More
Cagayan Naman! DOST-PHIVOLCS and Provincial Government of Cagayan Team Up for GeoRiskPH Training
April 17, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in collaboration with the Cagayan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) and the Information Systems Unit (ISU) of the Provincial Government of Cagayan, conducted a two-day... Read More
Empowering LGUs of Metro Manila: Orientation on GeoRiskPH Platforms by DOST-PHIVOLCS
March 20, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), together with DOST-National Capital Region (DOST-NCR), conducted a training workshop titled Orientation on GeoRiskPH Platforms for Local Government Units (LGUs) in the NCR on March 20, 2024, at... Read More
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Towards a Resilient Future: Provincial Local Government Unit of Ilocos Sur and DOST-PHIVOLCS Collaborate for Disaster Mitigation
March 12, 2024
As part of the disaster preparedness and resilience efforts in the Philippines, the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) conducted a comprehensive training on the use of the GeoRiskPH platforms for the Province... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Northern Mindanao Region
February 27, 2024
Taking proactive steps towards disaster preparedness and mitigation, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) in collaboration with DOST 10, conducted a comprehensive training program aimed at building the capacity of the Northern Mindanao region.... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Municipality of Vintar, Ilocos Norte
November 7, 2023
Remaining steadfast in its commitment to providing crucial information and services for warning, disaster preparedness, and mitigation for natural hazards, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) successfully completed the training on the use of... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS and UP NIH Join Hands for GeoRiskPH
October 9, 2023
On October 9, 2023, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the University of the Philippines National Institutes of Health (UP NIH) to establish a partnership on... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS & DA-PRDP Conduct Training and Workshop on Utilizing Climate Decision Support Tools (DSTs)
September 26, 2023
As part of an established partnership, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) and the Department of Agriculture recently concluded a training on the utilization of Climate Decision Support Tools (DSTs). This event was designed... Read More
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Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms and the 3D Philippines Information System for the Bukidnon Association of LDRRMOs
August 30, 2023
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) and the Bukidnon Association of Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (BALDRRM) Officers, Inc. organized a two-day training workshop on GeoRiskPH Platforms and the 3D Philippines Information System... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS’ HazardHunterPH won a 7-Star Rating and the Category Award for Risk Management in the 9th International Best Practice Competition!
August 3, 2023
DOST-PHIVOLCS’ Best Practice,"Automated Multi-hazard Assessment in the Philippines Using HazardHunterPH," has received both a 7-star rating and the Category Award for Risk Management in the 9th International Best Practice Competition. The awards were announced during the virtual ceremonies that took... Read More
GeoMapperPH Mobile Application Increases Reach in Batangas!
July 4, 2023
DOST-PHIVOLCS, in collaboration with the Batangas Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPV), recently completed a new cluster training workshop on the use of the GeoMapperPH mobile application, which served a total of 49 barangay representatives. Thirteen (13) are from the... Read More
Resilience 102: Deepening of Resilience Concepts and GeoRiskPH Training
May 16, 2023
The DOST-PHIVOLCS, in collaboration with the National Resilience Council, the DILG, the Local Government of Manila, the BPI Foundation, Inc., and the International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) Foundation, conducted the "Resilience 102: Deepening of Resilience Concepts and GeoRiskPH Training'',... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for Cordillera Administrative Region
May 8, 2023
Because two are better than one, the DOST-PHIVOLCS, in collaboration with the DOST-CAR, conducted not one, but two batches of Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) on May 08-09 and 11-12, 2023 at... Read More
PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild Regional Training for CALABARZON & BARMM
April 25, 2023
The PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild training series is in full swing as it reaches its fourth roll-out session on April 25-27, 2023 at Taal Vista Hotel, Tagaytay City. This training leg was privileged to serve 125 disaster risk reduction management... Read More
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PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild Regional Training for CARAGA (Region XIII) & BARMM
March 28, 2023
The PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild program is on a roll as it recently completed its third regional roll-out at Almont Hotel and Inland Resort in Butuan City on March 28-30, 2023. It was initiated by the National Disaster Risk Reduction... Read More
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Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms and MOA Signing with DOST-PHIVOLCS on the Implementation of GeoRiskPH for the Province of Zamboanga del Sur
March 8, 2023
DOST-PHIVOLCS conducted a back-to-back event last March 8 and 9 at the Chandler Suites in Pagadian City which featured a learning activity on the use of the GeoRiskPH platforms and a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing on the implementation of... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Department of Agriculture
March 1, 2023
On March 1-2, 2023, a capacity-building program on the use of the GeoRiskPH platforms for the Department of Agriculture was conducted by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) at the Savannah Resort Hotel in... Read More
PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild Training for Central Visayas (Region VII)
February 21, 2023
The PlanSmart training series continued as it held its second regional roll-out on February 21-23, 2023 at the Bai Hotel, Mandaue City, Cebu. It was co-organized by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Department of Science and Technology... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the City of Ormoc, Leyte
January 17, 2023
A training on the use of GeoRiskPH platforms for the City of Ormoc, Leyte was conducted by the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) last January 17-18, 2023 via Zoom Conference Meeting. It... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Municipality of General Luna, Quezon
December 6, 2022
A training workshop on the use of GeoRiskPH platforms was organized by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) for the Municipality of General Luna, Quezon on December 06-07, 2022 at the DOST-PHIVOLCS Main Office.... Read More
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PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild Regional Training for the National Capital Region
November 23, 2022
The PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild training for NCR, is a three-day workshop organized by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), through the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), the Office... Read More
3D Philippines Information System and 3D Visualization & Processing Training
November 16, 2022
A two-day training workshop on the 3D Philippines Information System and its Applications on 3D Visualization and Processing was organized by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) and the De La Salle University (DLSU),... Read More
Media Launching of the 3D Philippines Information System
November 15, 2022
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) and the De La Salle University (DLSU), in collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), monitored by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS and RuralNet, Inc. Memorandum of Agreement Signing for HazardHunterPH
November 3, 2022
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) and RuralNet, Inc., officially formed a partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)signed on November 03, 2022. The RuralNet, Inc. is an organization that provides the first fully... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoMapperPH Mobile Application for the Office of the Provincial Veterinarian of Batangas
November 3, 2022
The Training on the Use of GeoMapperPH Mobile Application for the Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPV) of Batangas was held on November 03-04, 2022 via Zoom. The 2-day workshop was co-organized by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS and UCPB Savings Bank, Inc. Memorandum of Agreement Signing for HazardHunterPH
November 2, 2022
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) marked its formal collaboration with the United Coconut Planters Bank (UCPB) Savings Bank, Inc., through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed on November 02, 2022. The ceremony commenced... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts PlanSmartPH Ready to Rebuild Training of Trainers
September 28, 2022
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), and the World Bank conducted the “PlanSmart Ready to Rebuild Training of Trainers,” a 3-day training program, from September 28-30, 2022. Ninety... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Virtual Training on GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Province of Agusan del Norte
April 4, 2022
DOST-PHIVOLCS conducted the “Data Managers' Virtual Training for the GeoRiskPH Integrated Platform (GRIP)” and 3-day training workshop entitled “Virtual Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms” for the Province of Agusan del Norte last March 25 and March 30 -... Read More
HazardHunterPH, Finalist in IDC’s 2022 Smart City Asia Pacific Awards
March 22, 2022
DOST-PHIVOLCS-led HazardHunterPH App is shortlisted to compete for the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Smart City Asia Pacific Awards 2022 (SCAPA) under the Public Safety - Next-Generation Emergency Services Category Scan the QR code or click here to vote: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/IDCSCAPA2022-PublicVoting The... Read More
Virtual Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the City of Manila
October 25, 2021
DOST-PHIVOLCS together with the National Resilience Council and the City of Manila conducted a two-day online workshop last October 21-22, 2022 on the use of GeoRiskPH Integrated Platform. The goal of the workshop is to help the City of Manila... Read More
