Useful Resources
Curated links to leading international organizations in civil protection and emergency management
US federal agency for disaster response, recovery, and preparedness planning.
EU mechanism for civil protection and international humanitarian assistance.
Intergovernmental body promoting civil protection best practices worldwide.
International body implementing the Chemical Weapons Convention globally.
UN body for peaceful nuclear applications, radiation safety, and emergency response.
UN body coordinating global disaster risk reduction and the Sendai Framework.

Global network of fire brigades promoting international cooperation and standards.
International professional society advancing disaster and emergency medicine.
NATO's primary CBRN defence doctrine, training, and research body.
Rapid environmental assessment and response in humanitarian emergencies.
International monitoring of nuclear tests and radiological incident detection.
Technical support for marine oil spill response and environmental protection.

The European Centre for Disaster Medicine (CEMEC) is dedicated to advancing training and research in disaster medicine, targeting healthcare professionals and volunteers engaged in emergency response. Its overarching mission is to mitigate the impact of natural and technological disasters on human life through a holistic and innovative approach.
The eNOVATION project enhances responder preparedness for biological threats by providing advanced tools, training, and technologies. Building on the eNOTICE Network, it aims to create a sustainable, EU-wide CBRN capability. The project focuses on improving crisis response, harmonizing standards, and fostering a resilient security community.

The Netherlands Institute for Public Safety (NIPV) is the Dutch public research and knowledge institute that links and strengthens ties between the country’s 25 safety regions, central government and partner organisations in the crisis management domain through its four service pillars – scientific research, education, support and information.