AHA CENTRE

20/10/2026

From Lao PDR in 2016 to a decade of regional action, One ASEAN, One Response has strengthened how ASEAN responds to disasters together.

Join us in celebrating this milestone and watch a special message from Lao PDR on the value of solidarity and cooperation in safeguarding our communities.

19/10/2026

For a decade, One ASEAN, One Response has united ASEAN in responding to disasters with one spirit and one commitment.

Watch the special message from the National Committee for Disaster Management (NCDM) of Cambodia as we celebrate 10 years of regional solidarity in action.

19/10/2026

ASEAN Weekly Disaster Update 12 - 18 Oct 2026 (Week 42) - https://mailchi.mp/ahacentre.org/asean-weekly-disaster-update-12-18-oct-2026-week-42

19/10/2026

As we mark the 10th Anniversary of the ASEAN Declaration on One ASEAN, One Response, hear a special message from the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) Brunei Darussalam and discover how ASEAN's unity continues to strengthen disaster response across the region.

16/10/2026

Held from 5-8 October 2026 in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, 19 disaster management professionals from across ASEAN gathered for the 4th ASCEND Competency Assessment. As part of the assessment, candidates underwent face-to-face evaluations across four professional competency areas: Rapid Assessment, Humanitarian Logistics, Information Management, and WASH.

Hosted by the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) of Brunei Darussalam, the assessment was followed by an After-Action Review (AAR) Workshop, where assessors and experts reflected on lessons learned, explored ways to strengthen quality assurance mechanisms, and reviewed proposed Continuing Professional Development (CPD) pathways to support future certification renewal and the continuous growth of ASCEND-certified professionals.

The AHA Centre extends its sincere appreciation to the Government of the Republic of Korea, through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF), for its continued support in advancing capacity building in disaster management for a stronger and more resilient disaster management community across ASEAN.

13/10/2026

The Disaster Risk Management Workshop on Artificial Intelligence, facilitated by Australia Assists, introduced participants of the ACE-LEDMP Middle Executive Level Third Batch 2026 to the practical applications of generative AI in emergency operations.

Through discussions and practical exercises, participants explored how AI can support operational and information workflows, while highlighting the importance of human judgement, data quality, and responsible use.

This session is part of the ACE-LEDMP Phase II, a programme primarily supported by the Government of Japan through the Japan-ASEAN Integration Fund (JAIF).

13/10/2026

13/10/2026

On 13 October, ASEAN commemorates the ASEAN Day for Disaster Management and International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.

As One ASEAN, One Response marks its 10th anniversary this year, we recognise the value of regional cooperation in disaster management. Through close cooperation among ASEAN Member States and partners, ASEAN continues to strengthen disaster preparedness, reduce disaster risks, and protect communities across the region.

The AHA Centre supports these efforts by serving as ASEAN's hub for disaster coordination, facilitating capacity building, information sharing, resource mobilisation, and ASEAN's collective response to disasters.

12/10/2026

The AHA Centre, led by Executive Director Mr Lee Yam Ming, was honoured to participate in the ASEAN High-Level Meeting on the ASEAN Strategic Protocol for Emergency and Comprehensive Transformation (ASPECT) Framework held in Manila, Philippines, on 7-8 October 2026. During the meeting, the AHA Centre shared insights on ASEAN’s disaster management mechanisms and its role as the operational engine of the ASEAN Agreement on Disaster Management and Emergency Response (AADMER).

We extend our appreciation to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) of the Philippines for its leadership in advancing the ASPECT Framework, a key deliverable of the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairmanship 2026. The AHA Centre was also privileged to engage alongside distinguished leaders and partners during the event.

08/10/2026

In the Strategic Project Management session of the ACE-LEDMP Middle Executive Level - Third Batch 2026 facilitated by MDF Asia Training & Consultancy, participants strengthened their skills in designing policies, programmes, and projects that support disaster resilience.

The session also introduced practical tools for planning, monitoring, evaluation, and sustainability to help turn ideas into meaningful results.

This session is part of the ACE-LEDMP Phase II, a programme primarily supported by the Government of Japan through the Japan-ASEAN Integration Fund (JAIF).