4. Human Resource Development

4. Human Resource Development
4-1. Human Resource Development Through theVisiting Researcher (VR) Program
ADRC has been receiving Visiting Researchers (VR) from member countries since 1999. Todate, 47 officials from member countries have taken part in this program. During their timewith ADRC, every visiting researcher has learned about Japan’s advanced knowledge andtechnologies in the field of disaster risk reduction and Japan's international cooperativeactivities. The visiting researchers are expected not only to contribute to the strengthening ofDisaster Risk Reduction (DRR) capacity in their home countries, but also to further promote
cooperation between their countries and ADRC. After finishing the program, they are expected
to help develop and improve DRR capacities in their countries.
The following seven researchers have thus far participated in the program in FY 2009 (onemore is still expected). Each researcher has participated in training courses organized by ADRC
in collaboration with JICA for central and local government officials to give them a better
understanding of Japanese disaster reduction measures, to improve their knowledge, and to help
them contribute to the development of better disaster reduction systems in their own countries.

(1) Sri Lanka□□□

Mr. K.A.D.P.K. Kodippili
Job title at time of visit: Assistant Director, Disaster Management Center, Sri Lanka
Mr. Kodippili intended to learn about Japanese disaster prevention measures, particularly
those related to tsunamis. He underwent training at the Japan Meteorological Agency, Officeof Climate Change at JICA in Tokyo and at the ADRC. He also participated in theADRC-JICA training course entitled "Dissemination and Establishment of Disaster
Prevention Culture for Asian Countries."

Fig. 4-1-1Training at the Office of Climate Change, JICA Tokyo.

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(2) Pakistan□□□

Mr. Shahid Hussain MalikJob title at time of visit: Director Administration, State Disaster Management Authority,
GoAJ&K (Pakistan)
Mr. Malik intended to learn about Japanese disaster prevention measures, especially shelter
management. He underwent training at the Japan Meteorological Agency, Office of Climate
Change at JICA Tokyo and the ADRC. He also participated in the ADRC-JICA training
course entitled "Dissemination and Establishment of Disaster Prevention Culture for AsianCountries."

Fig. 4-1-2

A visiting researcher participates in Japan Disaster Relief Team Training in Miki.

(3) Philippines□□□Ms. Josefina Tan Porcil
Job title at time of visit: Civil Defense Officer II, Office of Civil Defense, Department ofNational Defense, Republic of the Philippines
She intended to learn about Japanese disaster prevention measures, especially climatechange. She underwent training at the Japan Meteorological Agency, Office of Climate
Change at JICA Tokyo and the ADRC. She also participated in the ADRC-JICA training
course entitled "Dissemination and Establishment of Disaster Prevention Culture for AsianCountries."

Fig. 4-1-3

Meteorological Agency, Tokyo.

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4. Human Resource Development(4) Nepal□□□

Mr. Sagar Mishra
Job title at time of visit: Section Officer, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of Nepal
He intended to learn about Japanese disaster prevention measures in general. Heunderwent training at the Japan Meteorological Agency, Office of Climate Change atJICA Tokyo and the ADRC. He also participated in the ADRC-JICA training course
entitled "Dissemination and Establishment of Disaster Prevention Culture for AsianCountries."

Fig. 4-1-4Earthquake simulation vehicle (right).

(5) Yemen□□□Mr. Aziz Ali Nasser Al Haimi
Job title at time of visit: Manager of Floating Unit, Yemen Coast Guard, Red Sea Sector
Floating Unit
He intended to study Japanese disaster prevention measures, especially evacuation fromvolcanic islands and earthquake prediction tools. He participated in the ADRC-JICA
training course entitled "Comprehensive Disaster Risk Management."

Fig.4-1-5

Volcano shelter in Izu on Oshima Island.

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(6) Thailand□□□Ms. Phurimon Puneam
Job title at time of visit: Plan and Policy Analyst, Department of Disaster Prevention andMitigation
She intended to study Japanese disaster prevention measures, especially GIS, RS and theGLIDE system. She participated in the ADRC-JICA training course entitled"Comprehensive Disaster Risk Management."

Fig. 4-1-6

Cabinet Office, Tokyo.

(7) Malaysia□□□

Mr. Amirzudi Bin Hashim
Job title at time of visit: Principal Assistant Director of the Central Forecast Office,Malaysia Meteorological Department
He intended to study Japanese disaster prevention measures, especially community-based
disaster prevention in Japan. He participated in the ADRC-JICA training course entitled"Comprehensive Disaster Risk Management."

Fig. 4-1-7Evacuation ladder along the Toga River, Kobe.

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