AI + Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2026
Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for a Safer, More Resilient Future
Hosted By
TecHive Association
Sponsored By
Bell Immersive | WCMR | ALERTSim
AI + Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2026
The AI + Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Conference 2026, hosted by TecHive Association, brings together global leaders in disaster risk reduction, humanitarian action, policy, and advanced technologies to explore how Artificial Intelligence can strengthen disaster preparedness, early action, and long-term resilience.
As disasters grow more complex due to climate change, urbanisation, and interconnected risks, traditional approaches alone are no longer sufficient. This conference bridges DRR expertise with AI-driven innovation, focusing on practical applications, operational insights, and real-world use cases that support informed decision-making before, during, and after crises.
The event highlights how solutions such as ALERTSim and other AI-enabled platforms are already supporting risk assessment, early warning, preparedness, emergency response, and long-term risk planning across regions and sectors.
Conference Focus Areas
Risk Assessment Models & Solutions
AI is redefining how risks are identified, analysed, and prioritised across multiple hazards. This segment will explore:
- AI-driven and predictive risk assessment models
- Integration of climate, hazard, exposure, and vulnerability data
- Scenario-based planning and decision-support systems
- Long-term and strategic risk planning for institutions and governments
Preparedness & Early Action
Effective preparedness depends on anticipating risk and acting before impacts escalate. Key discussions will focus on:
- AI-enabled preparedness planning and simulations
- Anticipatory action frameworks supported by predictive analytics
- Linking forecasts and risk thresholds to early decision-making
- Strengthening institutional and operational readiness
Early Warning Systems
Early warning systems must be accurate, trusted, and directly linked to action. This track will cover:
- AI-supported early warning and forecasting technologies
- Real-time data integration and decision intelligence
- Bridging early warning with early action at national and community levels
- Enhancing communication, trust, and response effectiveness
ALERTSim
From Early Warning to Early Action through AI
A key highlight of the AI + Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2026 is ALERTSim, an AI-powered platform designed to help organisations translate early warnings into timely, informed action.
In disaster risk reduction, the challenge is often not the lack of data, but the ability to interpret signals, anticipate escalation, and act before impacts occur. ALERTSim addresses this gap by combining predictive analytics, real-time data integration, and scenario-based intelligence to support preparedness, anticipatory decision-making, and response readiness.
ALERTSim Supports:
Enhanced interpretation of early warning signals and evolving risks
Anticipatory preparedness through scenario-based planning
Faster, clearer decisions linked to predefined risk thresholds
Improved coordination when risks escalate into emergencies
At the conference, ALERTSim will be showcased as a practical, operational example of how AI can strengthen the connection between early warning systems, preparedness, and early action, reinforcing the shift from reactive response to anticipatory, risk-informed action.
Conference Sponsors
The AI + Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2026 is proudly supported by organisations committed to advancing innovation, resilience, and human-centred technology across the disaster risk management ecosystem.
Bell Immersive
Advancing Immersive Intelligence for Preparedness and Resilience
Bell Immersive is a technology-driven organisation specialising in immersive technologies, AI-enabled simulations, and digital solutions that enhance preparedness, training, and decision-making in complex and high-risk environments.
Through extended reality (XR), immersive simulations, and intelligent platforms, Bell Immersive supports governments, humanitarian organisations, and critical infrastructure operators in building operational readiness, situational awareness, and adaptive response capabilities.
ALERTSim
AI for Early Warning, Preparedness, and Emergency Decision Support
ALERTSim demonstrates how AI can be operationalised to support early warning interpretation, preparedness planning, and coordinated response—ensuring that technology directly supports human decision-makers and institutions when it matters most.
WCMR – Withstanding Crisis: Managing Risk
Shaping Risk Governance and Strategic Resilience
WCMR – Withstanding Crisis: Managing Risk focuses on strengthening risk governance, strategic foresight, and resilience frameworks for governments, institutions, and organisations operating in an increasingly complex risk landscape.
By working at the intersection of policy, science, and innovation, WCMR supports integrated risk management strategies, anticipatory planning, and long-term resilience aligned with global DRR frameworks.
Featured Speakers
Ricardo Mena
Former Director, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
Global Advisor, ALERTSim
Co-Founder, WCMR – Withstanding Crisis: Managing Risk
Ricardo Mena is a globally recognised authority in disaster risk reduction, resilience, and risk governance, with decades of experience supporting governments and international organisations worldwide.
Walter Cotte
Former Under-Secretary General, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Global Advisor, ALERTSim
Co-Founder, WCMR – Withstanding Crisis: Managing Risk
Walter Cotte is a distinguished humanitarian leader with extensive experience in emergency response, disaster preparedness, and resilience building, bringing a strong operational perspective to AI-enabled DRR solutions.
Who Should Attend ?
This conference is designed for professionals committed to strengthening disaster preparedness and resilience
Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience Professionals
Government and Policy Decision-Makers
Humanitarian and Emergency Response Leaders
AI, Data Science, and Technology Experts
Infrastructure, Energy, and Urban Risk Planners
Academia and Research Institutions
Why Attend ?
Understand how AI strengthens early warning and anticipatory action
Learn from real-world, operational use cases
Engage with global DRR and humanitarian leaders
Explore tools that connect warning to action
Contribute to the future of AI-enabled disaster resilience
Join the Future of Resilience
The AI + Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2026 reflects TecHive Association's commitment to advancing responsible, ethical, and human-centred technologies for global resilience.
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