The research titled “Cross-section study on disaster preparedness of Hong Kong citizens using GPS spatial sampling methodology” conducted by University of Hong Kong under the HKJCDPRI Research Grant 2015 programme intended to assess Hong Kong civil society’s perceived and actual preparedness in a variety of disaster scenarios...
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Publications & Research
We provide a platform between researchers, disaster practitioners, healthcare professionals and students for expertise exchange, collaboration and policy discussion.
Publications & Research
The HKJCDPRI Publications Section contains collaborative researches and publications with our partners and renowned academic institutions, and other research and development projects related to disaster preparedness and response.
The Guidelines section contains our selected collection of technical information, operational guidelines and useful tools for disaster management.
The Blog sub-section provides a platform where our team and peers share news and updates, as well as opinions and experiences in building disaster preparedness for the communities.
The blog posts are written by the author in his own personal capacity / affiliation stated. The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in the post belong solely to the author and does not necessarily represent those of Hong Kong Jockey Club Disaster Preparedness and Response Institute.
All resources listed here are freely and publicly available, unless specified otherwise. We ask users to use them with respect and credit the authors as appropriate.
2016
10/08/2016
The research titled “Cross-section study on disaster preparedness of Hong Kong citizens using GPS spatial sampling methodology” conducted by University of Hong Kong under the HKJCDPRI Research Grant 2015 programme intended to assess Hong Kong civil society’s perceived and actual preparedness in a variety of disaster scenarios...
10/08/2016
CALL FOR APPLICATION
About HKJCDPRI Research Grant
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Disaster Preparedness and Response Institute (HKJCDPRI) Research Grant aims to strengthen community disaster resilience by supporting multidisciplinary research. The grant provides financial support to research projects that potentially benefit the development of evidence-based planning, policies and interventions for effective disaster management in Hong Kong.
CALL FOR APPLICATION
About HKJCDPRI Research Grant
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Disaster Preparedness and Response Institute (HKJCDPRI) Research Grant aims to strengthen community disaster resilience by supporting multidisciplinary research. The grant provides financial support to research projects that potentially benefit the development of evidence-based planning, policies and interventions for effective disaster management in Hong Kong.
Research Priority of 2016
Priority of Research Grant 2016 would be given to research project(s) that are related to knowledge and information management for disaster preparedness and response in Hong Kong, including disaster risk communication and self-reliance. Research projects related to disaster preparedness and response in Hong Kong are also welcome to apply.
Grant Amount
HKJCDPRI awards grants in varying amounts, depending on the number and type of requests received, the size and scope of the projects for which funding is requested. Grants up to HKD500, 000 are available depending on the scope of the project. All grants are made at the sole discretion of HKJCDPRI.
Eligibility Criteria
Principal investigator of each application should be a full-time staff or with faculty appointment of one of the following domestic organizations:
- Higher education institution
- Not-for-profit organization
- Fellow of Hong Kong Academy of Medicine
- Government department
- Statutory body
Research project should be carried out between October 2016 – September 2017
The research project should not be receiving any supports from other funding or grants.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted with the following documents both electronically (in PDF format) and by post on or before 22 September 2016:
- Application form
- Research proposal
- Curriculum vitae of all investigators
- Other supporting documents (e.g. activity report of applicants’ organization/faculty, if any)
The full application package can be downloaded here.
Please follow the application guidelines for completing your application. Failure to comply with the guidelines may lead to disqualification of the application.
Selection Criteria
Each proposal will be assessed according to its relevance to HKJCDPRI projects, research rigor, management quality of the project and budget, and impact to the society. More information on the selection criteria is provided in the application guidelines.
Important Dates
22 September, 2016 - Deadline of application
Late October, 2016 - Notification of decisions
For more information, please contact us at hkjcdpri@hkam.org.hk or (852) 2871 8597.
15/05/2016
The SARS epidemic in 2003 was the trigger leading to a reform of China’s emergency management system. In 2007, the Chinese government adopted and enacted the “Emergency Response Law of the People's Republic of China”. The purpose of this law is to prevent and reduce the occurrence of emergencies, control, mitigate and eliminate the serious social harm caused by emergencies, regulating activities in response to emergencies, protecting the lives and property of the people, and maintaining national security, public security, environmental safety and public order. Following the restructuring of the emergency management system, the public health emergency management system has consequently undergone a significant change.
The SARS epidemic in 2003 was the trigger leading to a reform of China’s emergency management system. In 2007, the Chinese government adopted and enacted the “Emergency Response Law of the People's Republic of China”. The purpose of this law is to prevent and reduce the occurrence of emergencies, control, mitigate and eliminate the serious social harm caused by emergencies, regulating activities in response to emergencies, protecting the lives and property of the people, and maintaining national security, public security, environmental safety and public order. Following the restructuring of the emergency management system, the public health emergency management system has consequently undergone a significant change.
15/05/2016
This policy brief is a part of the related research of the HKJCDPRI 5-year project. It outlines the existing emergency and disaster response system, a 3-tier system currently operating in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Despite past epidemics, there remains a low level of community awareness, participation in basic first aid training and emergency preparedness.
The authors present recommendations which target to strengthen the response systems, to develop a competent and knowledgeable workforce, and to reduce the loss and suffering that occur during unexpected disasters. Engaging relevant stakeholders in contingency planning and equipping them with knowledge and skills on disaster preparedness; providing accessible information; organising drills and integrating
This policy brief is a part of the related research of the HKJCDPRI 5-year project. It outlines the existing emergency and disaster response system, a 3-tier system currently operating in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Despite past epidemics, there remains a low level of community awareness, participation in basic first aid training and emergency preparedness.
The authors present recommendations which target to strengthen the response systems, to develop a competent and knowledgeable workforce, and to reduce the loss and suffering that occur during unexpected disasters. Engaging relevant stakeholders in contingency planning and equipping them with knowledge and skills on disaster preparedness; providing accessible information; organising drills and integrating
