11th i-Rec conference,
May 2025, Santiago, Chile.
Conference, workshops, and site visits in Santiago de Chile, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar region
Conference organized by:
- Information and research for reconstruction, i-Rec
- National Research Center for Integrated Natural Disaster Management - CIGIDEN.
- Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María.
- Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.
- Universidad Diego Portales
About the conference
In both formal and informal settlements, addressing disaster risk, climate change, and reconstruction requires integrated approaches that consider the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental factors. Effective solutions often involve collaboration between government agencies, local communities, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders to build resilience, reduce vulnerabilities, and promote sustainable development.
Reconstruction efforts aim to restore and rebuild communities affected by disasters, often incorporating DRR and climate resilience principles to prevent future losses.
In formal settlements, reconstruction may involve rebuilding damaged infrastructure, retrofitting buildings to meet higher safety standards, and integrating green building practices to enhance resilience to future disasters and climate impacts.
In informal settlements, reconstruction efforts may focus on providing secure land tenure, upgrading housing and infrastructure, and involving residents in participatory planning processes to ensure that reconstruction is both inclusive and resilient.
The 2025 i-Rec conference will reflect on the value and risks associated with disruptive transformation. Chile, located in a seismically active region known as the Pacific Ring of Fire, has experienced numerous natural disasters throughout its history, including earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and wildfires. These events have had significant impacts on the country's infrastructure, economy, and society, leading to extensive reconstruction efforts.
In response to these natural disasters, Chile has developed robust disaster risk reduction and emergency response strategies. The government works closely with local communities, non-governmental organizations, and international partners to enhance preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. Reconstruction processes prioritize resilience-building measures, such as incorporating disaster-resistant designs into infrastructure projects, improving land use planning, and strengthening social safety nets for vulnerable populations.
Chile's experience with natural disasters underscores the importance of proactive risk management, community engagement, and sustainable development practices in reducing vulnerability and building resilience to future hazards.
Conference Main Themes and Questions
- Formal and informal settlements.
- Change in the face of global warming.
- Risks associated with radical transformation.
- What must change to reduce vulnerabilities and reduce risk? What must remain?
- What is the role of ixxxxxxx
- Why is it important to consider xxxxxxxxx
Conference Schedule
Abstract Deadline: January 30, 2025
Acceptance Decision: March 30, 2025
Paper submission deadline: May 1, 2025
Send a 300-word abstract to: Prof. Jorge León jorge.leon@usm.cl
The 11th i-Rec Student international competition (site)
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