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ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre – Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) has achieved a major milestone in institutional resilience, receiving Resilient Enterprise Assessment Program (REAP) accreditation from the Disaster Recovery Institute International (DRI International).
ADCMC is the world’s first specialised emergency management centre to secure the recognition, placing it among a select group of only three global organisations awarded the certification each year by DRI International.
With the accreditation, ADCMC has joined a distinguished list of global organisations recognised by DRI International since its founding in 1988.
The centre obtained the accreditation following an evaluation of its institutional maturity in the specialised field.
The evaluation included an extensive review of key documents to ensure their alignment with ADCMC’s objectives, responsibilities and future goals.
The assessment covered a wide range of operational documents and procedures, including evaluation procedures, planning and testing awareness training plans, a crisis communication plan, incident and emergency management plans, as well as other relevant operational documents and procedures.
The REAP accreditation strengthens ADCMC’s capacity to respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, crises, and disasters, in line with global benchmarks in managing crises.
To ensure the enhancement of institutional resilience, the accreditation process incorporated a range of international benchmarks used in the comprehensive evaluation of the centre within the emergencies, crises, and disasters ecosystem.
Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police (AD Police) and Chairman of the Emergency, Crises and Disaster Management Team, His Excellency Staff Major General Pilot Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, said, “Obtaining the international accreditation reflects our forward-thinking vision to establish and enhance a comprehensive system that streamlines the management of emergencies, crises, and disasters, being completely prepared while adhering to best international benchmarks. It further reinforces our commitment towards ensuring future preparedness, which is in line with the ambitious vision of our wise leadership, further positioning Abu Dhabi as an ideal emirate that can address upcoming challenges or crises efficiently. At ADCMC, we seek to garner more trust and leadership in local and regional levels in mitigating complex situations.”
His Excellency Al Mazrouei further stated that the prominent recognition for ADCMC highlights its efforts to further develop and innovate in its field and work, further enhancing the centre’s capability to maintain safety and stability among the community regardless of the situation.
The Director General of the Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre – Abu Dhabi, His Excellency Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, said, “The accreditation of ADCMC by DRI International Resilient Enterprise Accreditation marks a significant step towards strengthening Abu Dhabi's preparedness to effectively and efficiently tackle future challenges. This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to the vision of our wise leadership to enhance emergency, crisis, and disaster response strategies. It also demonstrates the highest standards of institutional resilience incorporated in our plans. As the world’s first emergency centre and the first organisation in the UAE to achieve this accreditation, the Centre reaffirms its dedication to creating proactive mechanisms that assess institutional maturity in this specialised field, ensuring complete preparedness to manage any event.
“This accreditation further demonstrates the centre's capacity to effectively manage events in critical times, showcasing its preparedness and adaptability. It also plays a key role in enhancing the confidence of both the local community and the global audience in the Centre’s capacity to respond effectively to various crises.”
DRI International’s Resilient Enterprise accreditation serves as a crucial benchmark for an institution’s resilience, showcasing its ability to effectively handle emergencies, crises, and disasters.
The accreditation highlights the institutions’ implementation of comprehensive plans that incorporate efficient ecosystem measures.
