Type of Event: Webinar
Date: 11/05/2026 17:30 Local Time
Duration: 1:15
Place/Venue: Online Microsoft Teams
Format: Online
Organising Partner: IED
Objectives of the Event
The webinar aimed to disseminate the main outcomes of the Resilient Responders project and to promote the practical use of its digital tools and training resources among professionals involved in disaster preparedness and crisis response.
More specifically, the event sought to:
● Present the Resilient Responders digital platform and demonstrate its practical applications for professionals and organisations
● Showcase the project’s training materials, educational modules, and resilience-building methodologies
● Introduce best practices and real-life approaches related to disaster response and psychosocial support
● Strengthen participants’ understanding of psychological resilience, stress management, and crisis preparedness
● Encourage knowledge exchange and discussion among stakeholders from different sectors
● Promote the sustainability and transferability of the project results beyond the partnership consortium
● Foster networking and future collaboration between organisations working in disaster resilience and emergency response
Thematic Focus
Key thematic areas include:
● Introduction to the Resilient Responders platform and its functionalities
● Practical use of digital learning tools for first responders and support professionals
● Best practices in disaster preparedness and crisis response
● Psychological resilience and stress management approaches
● Psychosocial support and Psychological First Aid principles
● Community resilience and post-disaster support mechanisms
● Knowledge sharing and inter-organisational cooperation in disaster management
Target Audience
The event targets professionals, organisations, and stakeholders involved in disaster preparedness, emergency response, psychosocial support, and community resilience, including:
● First responders and civil protection professionals
● Search and rescue teams and volunteers
● Healthcare and psychosocial support professionals
● Trainers, educators, and adult learning professionals
● NGOs and civil society organisations working in crisis response and resilience
● Representatives of municipalities and local authorities
● Participants previously involved in the project’s training activities
● Organisations interested in using the project platform and educational resources
Agenda Overview
Provide a short overview of the agenda, including key sessions, speakers, and interactive elements.
| Time | Topic/Activity | Speaker |
| 17:30 – 17:40 | Welcome Remarks and Introduction to the Event | Zervou Nikolina |
| 17:40 – 18:00 | Presentation of the Resilient Responders Project and Main Results | Zervou Nikolina |
| 18:00 – 18:25 | Demonstration of the Resilient Responders Digital Platform and Training Resources | Zervou Nikolina |
| 18:25 – 18:45 | Best Practices and Discussion on the Use of the Platform in Different Contexts | Zervou Nikolina |