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UN Representatives pay a courtesy call to the DRM Authority
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We were pleased to welcome representatives from the United Nations (UN) and PAHO/WHO for a courtesy call on Friday, June 26th, to strengthen collaboration in disaster risk management.

A DRM Authority team of Mr. Aarone Sargent, Managing Director; Mr. Cleavon Nixon; and Mr. Raynard Edgecombe, Finance Manager, met with Mr. Dennis Zulu, UN Resident Coordinator, Multi-Country Office; Ms. Anessah Abdullah, UN Country Coordinator; Dr. Eldonna Boisson, PAHO/WHO Representative for The Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands; and Dr. Sasha Peiris, Advisor for Communicable Diseases for PAHO/WHO.

Discussions focused on exploring opportunities for partnerships in disaster preparedness, mitigation, and building resilient communities across The Bahamas.

We value partnerships that enhance national preparedness. By working with international partners like the United Nations, we can build capacity to withstand disasters and safeguard communities throughout The Bahamas.

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Communications Department—a dedicated hub for timely and transparent dissemination of information. As the forefront of our organization’s outreach efforts, we strive to keep you informed about our disaster response initiatives, reconstruction projects, and community engagement endeavors.
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DRM Authority conduct IDA and DANA Training in Abaco

August 25th, 2026. Marsh Harbour, Abaco – The DRM Authority hosted a weeklong Initial Damage Assessment (IDA) and Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (DANA) training in Marsh Harbour, Abaco, from August 17th to the 21st. Led by Shaloma Carroll-Miller and the Disaster Infrastructure and Recovery Team, the training acquainted government, nonprofit, and private-sector stakeholders with […]

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DRM Authority Hands Over Firefighting Equipment and Conducts Training in Bimini

The DRM Authority continues its work of creating more resilient communities throughout The Bahamas. Minister the Hon. McKell Bonaby, Executive Chair Alex Storr, and Managing Director Aarone Sargent, presented officials in Bimini, including Member of Parliament for Bimini Randy Rolle and Island Administrator Eva K. Arthur, with equipment to enhance the community’s firefighting capabilities. Included […]

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DRM Authority Partners with Stakeholders to Conduct National Disaster Readiness Exercise

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The Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Authority is The Bahamas’ national agency coordinating disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. It builds resilience, reduces risk, and safeguards communities through strategic planning, public education, and emergency management leadership.