Self-Paced Learning for Comprehensive Disaster Management

Introduction to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in the Caribbean Context

An introduction to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in emergency response within the Caribbean context. It equips participants with foundational knowledge of global frameworks, practical response principles, and region-specific approaches to supporting children, adolescents, and communities during and after emergencies.

Developed in May 2026 by the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), the Caribbean Alliance of National Psychological Associations (CANPA), and UNICEF for the Eastern Caribbean Area. Designed for multi-sectoral stakeholders engaged in emergency preparedness and response across the Caribbean.

Average time to complete: 30 - 45 minutes

Self-Paced Learning for Comprehensive Disaster Management

Gender Mainstreaming in Disaster Risk Management

Examines gender issues encountered in disaster risk management (DRM), and explains why it is important to mainstream gender into DRM. Suitable for staff of (i) National Disaster Management Offices (NDMO) and (ii) agencies in the larger National Disaster Organisation (NDO) of CDEMA Participating States. Anyone with an interest in learning more about gender and disaster risk management will also benefit.

Average Time to complete: 30 minutes

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GeoCRIS Beginner Training

This course introduces participants to GeoCRIS, the geospatial platform of the Caribbean Risk Information System (CRIS). It focuses on accessing and using GeoCRIS datasets to create mapping products that support disaster response and risk management in the Caribbean. Designed primarily for staff of National Disaster Organizations (NDOs) and their partners, the course also serves as an excellent introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for disaster risk management in the region—ideal for those new to GIS, geospatial analysis, or the Caribbean disaster management context.

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The Regional Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM) Strategy 2014-2024 v1

Explains the Regional Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM) Strategy and Results Framework 2014-2024. Learn about how Disaster Risk Management stakeholders in the Caribbean are strategically addressing disaster risk to create safer, more resilient societies.

Average time to complete: 30 minutes

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The CARICOM Pathway to Resilience

Explains the CARICOM Resilience Framework. Suitable for staff of (i) National Disaster Management Offices (NDMO) and (ii) agencies in the larger national Disaster Organisations (NDO) of CDEMA Participating States. Anyone with an interest in learning more about strategic approaches to building resilience will also benefit.

Average Time to Complete: 30 minutes

Self-Paced Learning for Comprehensive Disaster Management

Guidelines for Integrating Violence Against Women & Girls/Family Violence (VAWG/FV) Considerations into Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM) in the Caribbean

This micro-course introduces key considerations for addressing Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and Family Violence (FV) within Caribbean disaster risk management. It presents a practical tool to help disaster professionals integrate these issues into programmes and projects across CDEMA Participating States and other Caribbean territories. The course was developed with support from the University of the West Indies Disaster Risk Reduction Centre (UWI-DRRC), the CDEMA Regional Training Centre (CDEMA-RTC), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under the Spotlight Initiative Regional Programme in the Caribbean. The Spotlight Initiative is a global initiative of the United Nations which has received generous support from the European Union. Its aim is to eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls.

Average time to complete: 35 minutes