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International Workshop on Flood Risk and Climate Change (IWFRC) 2024 – The Indian Chapter

Organized By
Jointly organized by IIT Madras, India and University of Leeds, UK
Conference Date
9-10 December 2024
Venue
IC&SR, IIT Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu-600036

Workshop Funded by

Welcome to IWFRC 2024 [Indian Chapter]

Welcome to the International Workshop on Flood Risk and Climate Change (IWFRC), Indian Chapter 2024, jointly organized by IIT Madras, India, and the University of Leeds, UK. This workshop brings together a diverse group of experts, researchers, community leaders, and government officials to develop actionable strategies for managing flood risks in the face of climate change.

Designed to foster collaboration and innovation, the workshop will feature keynote talks from leading experts in flood management, who will share cutting-edge insights and best practices for building resilience in flood-prone regions. These talks will set the stage for in-depth discussions, where participants can exchange knowledge, address critical challenges, and work together to create practical solutions.

With a hands-on, collaborative approach, the workshop aims to equip participants with the tools and strategies needed to mitigate flood risks and adapt to a changing climate. By bringing together a wide range of stakeholders, this event offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of flood risk management through shared expertise, teamwork, and innovative thinking.

Join us as we collaborate to build a more resilient future for communities facing the growing threat of floods. Together, we can create impactful solutions to safeguard lives, livelihoods, and the environment.

Workshop Objectives

Our workshop is structured to help participants

Assess Local Flood Risks and Vulnerabilities

To enhance understanding of the specific flood risks faced by different regions, focusing on local environmental, social, and infrastructural vulnerabilities.

Develop Targeted, Actionable Flood Management Strategies

To collaboratively design practical and effective flood risk management strategies across four key areas: Grey Infrastructure, Green Infrastructure, Community Policy, and Emergency Preparedness.

Simulate Resource Allocation and Prioritization

To simulate the allocation of resources tailored to meet the flood risk management needs of each region, helping participants prioritize actions effectively.

Promote Cross-Regional Knowledge Sharing

To facilitate the exchange of ideas and insights by evaluating and investing in strategies developed by other participants, fostering global perspectives and solutions.

Contribute to Ongoing Research on Flood Risk Management

To provide valuable inputs for ongoing global research on flood risk management, offering case studies and best practices that can be applied in similar regions worldwide.

Foster Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

To bring together experts, community leaders, researchers, and policymakers to collaborate on innovative solutions for flood resilience, building lasting partnerships and networks for future action.