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International Conference on  Tsunami Risk Reduction & Resilience
DECEMBER | 13th – 15th, 2024
Timings: 9:00am to 5:30pm IST

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON TSUNAMI RISK REDUCTION
& RESILIENCE HYBRID EVENT

Two Decades since the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami: Reflections, Learnings and Innovations

Amritapuri Campus
Kerala, India

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About

To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is organizing the International Conference on Tsunami Risk Reduction and Resilience from December 13 – 15, 2024.

Organized in collaboration with the UNESCO Chair on Experiential Learning for Sustainable Innovation and Development, the Amrita School for Sustainable Futures (ASF), and the Centre for Wireless Networks and Applications, the conference aims to advance disaster preparedness, risk management, and community resilience.

Email : tsunamiconf@amrita.edu

Join a global community of experts, researchers, and policymakers at this conference focused on advancing tsunami risk management and resilience. With seven thematic areas, discussions will span critical aspects of disaster preparedness and response, including:

  • Early Warning Innovations
  • AI-Driven Risk Assessments
  • Ocean and Marine Ecosystems
  • Community Resilience Strategies
  • Policy and Technology in Disaster Management

Key Events

  • Engaging keynotes, workshops, and panel discussions
  • Poster sessions, research presentations, and photography exhibits
  • Field visit to Alappad village, working towards Tsunami
  • Ready certification in partnership with Amrita and Kerala government

Watch this space for the exciting lineup of events including

Plenary Sessions

Poster Presentations

Workshops

Paper Presentations

Field Visits

Gala Dinner with Cultural Performances

This conference aims to bring together experts, researchers, students, policymakers, industries, and community members to discuss the lessons from the past, the current interventions and innovations, and future advancements in tsunami risk management and mitigation.

Call for submissions

Join Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham in commemorating the 20th anniversary of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami by participating in an international conference, poster presentations, and a photography competition. Engage in knowledge exchange, showcase resilience-building initiatives, and explore innovative solutions for disaster preparedness and risk reduction. Explore detailed submission guidelines below.

Registration

Registration Fee for Students

₹500

Registration Fee for Others

₹1500

Registration fee includes access to full conference, refreshments, lunch, and a networking dinner.

KEY THEMES

Reflections on Two Decades of Advancing Tsunami Early Warning and Emergency Response 

Strengthening Tsunami Preparedness and Mitigation Strategies 

Tsunami Response in Action: Case Studies and Best Practices 

Innovations and Advances in Tsunami Early Warning Systems  

Fostering Community Resilience for Safer Coastal Communities 

Addressing the Psychosocial Impact of Disasters: Climate Change and Livelihood Vulnerabilities 

Ocean and Coastal Ecosystems

Highlights

Organizing Committee

Program Chair 

Dr. Maneesha Vinodini Ramesh

Provost – Strategic Initiatives, International, Research & Innovation, AI + X | Dean, School for Sustainable Futures | Dean, International Programs | UNESCO Chair on Experiential Learning for Sustainable Innovation & Development | Director, Amrita Center for Wireless Networks & Applications

Co-chair 

Founder Member,
National Disaster Management Authority

technical Committee

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Cevdet Yalciner
Prof. Dr. Ahmet Cevdet Yalciner

Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering Research Center, Middle East Technical Unversity, Ankara, Turkey

Mokbul M Ahmad
Mokbul M Ahmad

Professor (Full) | PhD | Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok

Prof. Dr. Martin Zimmer
Prof. Dr. Martin Zimmer

Professor of Mangrove Ecology, University of Bremen

Dr. Jonatan A. Lassa
Dr. Jonatan A. Lassa

Research Fellow, Charles Darwin University, Indonesia

Sharmistha Banerjee
Sharmistha Banerjee

Assistant Professor, IIT Guwahati, India

Dr. Girija Shankar Panigrahi
Dr. Girija Shankar Panigrahi

Assistant Professor, School of Social, Financial, and Human Sciences, KIIT

SCHEDULE

Inaugural Ceremony and   Plenary Sessions
FridayDec 13th
Inaugural Ceremony and Plenary Sessions
Plenary Sessions, Field Visit and Cultural Programs
SaturdayDec 14th
Plenary Sessions, Field Visit and Cultural Programs
Plenary Sessions,  Worshop  and Validectory Session
SundayDec 15th
Plenary Sessions, Worshop and Validectory Session

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Participating Organizations

VENUE & ACCOMMODATION

The International Conference on  Tsunami Risk Reduction & Resilience is being held at: Amrita University, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus in Vallikavu, Kerala, India, situated in the serene village of Vallikavu besides the backwaters, Amritapuri campus is accessible by air, train, and bus. The two closest airports are in Cochin (140 km north of the campus) and in Trivandrum (110 km south of the campus).

Accommodations available on request. Accommodation may be arranged on campus on a sharing basis/ single occupancy based on the availability of the Institute’s Guest House / Hostels on payment basis.

Additional accommodations are also available in nearby hotels. For reservations, please contact the hotel directly. ‎

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