NDMA, in collaboration with UNICEF Pakistan and the Pakistan Girl Guides Association (PGGA), has launched Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Badges and a DRR Badge Manual to strengthen community preparedness and resilience across Pakistan. The launch ceremony was held at NDMA Headquarters, Islamabad, with Mr. Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Program, as Chief Guest.

This initiative empowers young girls and community volunteers with practical, life-saving skills to understand local hazards, respond to early warnings, and act safely during emergencies. Building on the Girl Guides’ long-standing role in disaster response, the DRR Badge Manual reinforces the spirit of “Be Prepared” through structured and practical training.

As part of the national rollout, 59 master trainers were trained during a Training of Trainers programme (26–30 January 2026), who will further cascade the programme nationwide.

NDMA, UNICEF and PGGA reaffirm their commitment to inclusive disaster risk reduction, focusing on youth and women to build a safer, more resilient Pakistan.