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32nd ISTANBUL World Congress on Disaster Management, Globalization & Sustainable Development (DMGSD-26) scheduled on April 29-May 1, 2026 Istanbul (Türkiye)

DMGSD-26

URL: https://eaamp.erpub.org/conference/196
Event Date: 2026-04-29 ~ 2026-05-01
Submission Date: 2026-04-01
Organizer: EAAMP
Location: Istanbul, Turkey

Development Economics Disaster Management Globalization

Call for papers/Topics

Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

I. Disaster Management (DM)

Disaster Management focuses on the organization and management of resources and responsibilities for dealing with all humanitarian aspects of emergencies.

The Disaster Management Cycle

Mitigation: Structural (dams, retrofitting) vs. Non-structural (policies, insurance, land-use planning).

Preparedness: Early Warning Systems (EWS), evacuation planning, and emergency drills.

Response: Search and rescue, immediate relief (food, water, medical), and incident command systems.

Recovery: Rehabilitation (restoring services) and Reconstruction ("Building Back Better").

Types of Hazards

Natural Hazards: Geological (earthquakes, volcanoes), Hydrological (floods, tsunamis), and Meteorological (cyclones, droughts).

Man-Made/Technological: Industrial accidents (Bhopal gas tragedy type), nuclear leaks, and cyber-terrorism.

Biological Hazards: Epidemics and pandemics (COVID-19), pest infestations.

Key Frameworks & Tools

International Agreements: The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015–2030).

Technology in DM: GIS (Geographic Information Systems), Remote Sensing, and AI for predictive modeling.

II. Globalization

Globalization is the process of interaction and integration among people, companies, and governments worldwide.

Core Dimensions

Economic: Global trade, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and Global Value Chains (GVCs).

Political: Supranational organizations (UN, WTO, IMF) and the changing role of state sovereignty.

Cultural: Cultural homogenization vs. heterogenization, the digital divide, and the spread of ideologies.

Drivers of Globalization

Technological Advancements: The internet, high-speed transportation, and fintech.

Liberalization: Reduction of trade barriers and deregulation of capital markets.

Societal Impacts

Labor Markets: Outsourcing, migration patterns, and the "Brain Drain."

Inequality: The gap between the Global North and Global South.

III Sustainable Development (SD)

Sustainable Development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own.

1. Environmental Sustainability

Focuses on maintaining the integrity of life-support systems and the responsible management of natural resources.

Climate Change & Energy
- Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Hydro, Geothermal)
- Decarbonization and Carbon Sequestration
- Energy Efficiency and Green Building

Biodiversity & Ecosystems
- Conservation of Terrestrial Ecosystems (Forests, Mountains)
- Marine Conservation (Life Below Water)
- Restoration Ecology and Rewilding

Resource Management
- Sustainable Water Management and Sanitation
- Soil Health and Land Degradation Neutrality
- Waste Management and the Circular Economy

2. Social Sustainability

Focuses on human rights, equity, and the well-being of communities.

Human Development
- Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Nets
- Quality Education and Lifelong Learning
- Universal Health Coverage and Mental Well-being

Equity & Justice
- Gender Equality and Empowerment
- Reduced Inequalities (Income, Race, Ability)
- Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

Sustainable Communities
- Urban Planning and Sustainable Cities
- Affordable Housing and Public Transport
- Preservation of Cultural Heritage

3. Economic Sustainability

Focuses on long-term economic growth without negatively impacting social or environmental components.

Sustainable Production & Consumption
- Ethical Supply Chains and Fair Trade
- Responsible Corporate Governance (ESG Criteria)
- Reducing Food Waste and Sustainable Agriculture

Green Economy
- Circular Economic Models
- Sustainable Finance and Green Bonds
- Job Creation in Renewable Sectors

Innovation & Infrastructure
- Resilient Infrastructure Development
- Sustainable Industrialization
- Research and Development (R&D) in Clean Tech

4. Governance and Global Cooperation

The frameworks and partnerships required to implement sustainable goals.

Policy & Frameworks
- The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- International Agreements (The Paris Agreement, Montreal Protocol)
- National and Local Sustainability Strategies