The photo shows an area of land that has been devastated by a natural disaster. Houses have been destroyed and trees are bent over. There is twisted aluminium and stones in the dirt.
The UNTFHS funded programme developed the skills and capacities of those responding to and preparing for emergencies in complex environments.

Regional emergency training programme for the Asia Pacific region

Duration: April 2001– December 2005
Budget: US$720,711
Implementing Agencies: UNHCR

With the objective to develop the skills and capacities of those responding to and preparing for emergencies in complex environments, the programme established a regional emergency training centre, the eCentre. This platform offered training activities, provided resources, and maintained a network of trained personnel who could share their knowledge and combine their expertise.

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Programme summary