Celebrating the 5th Anniversary of Mitra Disaster Risk Reduction Learning Center

On December 8, 2024, the Mitra Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Learning Center marked its fifth anniversary with an event bringing together guests, partners, and community members. The center, described in the source as Nepal’s first and only disaster preparedness center, used the occasion to reflect on its work in disaster preparedness and education and to look toward the future.

The celebration included the participation of Mr.Matsuzaki Mizuki, the newly appointed Chief Representative of the JICA Nepal Office, representatives from the DRR section of Lalitpur Metropolitan, and representatives of various I/NGOs working in the disaster-related field. Students from Chandragiri and Bhaktapur municipalities observed DRR game activities, while students from Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Chandragiri, and Shankharapur participated in performing DRR games at the new school.

JICA, Lalitpur Metropolitan, various I/NGOs, participating municipalities, students, partners, and community members contributed to the anniversary event. The Mitra Disaster Risk Reduction Learning Center used the occasion to recognize the participation of its partners and community members and to reaffirm its focus on disaster preparedness, education, and resilience.