Connecting Researchers, Driving Solutions:

The Center for Disaster Management Research

The Center for Disaster Management Research (CDMR-KDU) bridges the gap between research and action in disaster management. We serve as a common platform for internal and external institutions to collaborate and conduct critical research that contributes to sustainable disaster management.

Vision

To act as a common ground for producing new knowledge on current disaster management needs for professionals, institutions, and academia, serving the nation and the world. 

Mission

Our mission is to become a leading global research centre on disaster management. We achieve this by:

• Facilitating Collaboration: We provide a platform for internal and external researchers, including universities, government agencies, NGOs, and practitioners, to work together on disaster management challenges.
• Fuelling Innovation: By fostering collaboration, we aim to generate groundbreaking research that informs best practices and addresses emerging disaster threats across Asia and the globe.