UCL Main Campus | August, 20th, 2025
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about
The devastating earthquake and tsunami known as the Indian Ocean Tsunami (IOT) on December 26, 2004 became one of the biggest disasters in modern humanity, claiming more than 283,000 lives. Tragically, 85-90% of these were in Aceh Province. In response, Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK) recognized the urgent need to focus on disaster research. In 2006, USK established the Tsunami and Disaster Mitigation Research Center (TDMRC). A decade later, in 2016, TDMRC was awarded as a leading research center by the Ministry of Education and Culture, with the status of Science and Technology Center of Excellence (PUI) in Tsunami Mitigation. As a key player in the field of disaster science, TDMRC is committed to advancing science through research, education, and community service with a focus on disaster management. Among its many initiatives, TDMRC hosts the annual Aceh International Workshop and Expo on Sustainable Disaster Recovery (AIWEST-DR), which serves as a platform to share research findings and encourage discussion on sustainable recovery solutions.
The AIWEST-DR conference for 2025 is returning in Hybrid Mode
Inviting scholars, government officials, and professionals to exchange insights and the latest developments in disaster risk mitigation. The conference aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, promoting scholarly research and practical strategies for disaster management.
General Chair of the AIWEST-DR 2025
Prof. Tiziana Rossetto
On behalf of the organizing committee, we would like to invite and welcome everyone to the 17th Aceh International Workshop and Expo on Sustainable Disaster Recovery (AIWEST-DR).
This conference will provide an excellent forum for researchers, practitioners, and academicians to discuss, exchange, and share the latest research and innovations.
General Co-Chair of the AIWEST-DR 2025
Prof. Syamsidik
On behalf of the organizing committee, we would like to invite and welcome everyone to the 17th Aceh International Workshop and Expo on Sustainable Disaster Recovery (AIWEST-DR).
This conference will provide an excellent forum for researchers, practitioners, and academicians to discuss, exchange, and share the latest research and innovations.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Open
March 10, 2025
Abstract Submission Close
(Last Extended)
April 30, 2025
May 10, 2025
Announcement of Abstract Acceptance
May 15, 2025
Early Bird Registration Fee Open
May 15, 2025
Full Paper Submission Open
May 16, 2025
Full Paper Submission Close
(Last Extended)
July 31, 2025
August 07, 2025
Early Bird Registration Fee Payment Close
June 30, 2025
Outcome of Full Paper Review by Organizer
September 07, 2025
Conference Dates
August 20-22, 2025
Submission of Revised Full Paper Manuscript Deadline
August 30, 2025
September 15, 2025
Payment of Full Paper Manuscript Fee Deadline
September 06, 2025
Important Note:
All prospective participants and presenters are requested to read the “Procedure of Abstracts and Full Paper Submission until Acceptance for the Conference Proceedings” carefully to avoid unwanted situations.
Scopes
Hazard, Technology and Infrastructure – (PIC: Susana Lopez-Querol, Eugeny Buldakov)
Inclusive Community Resilience and Disaster Education – (PIC: David McGovern)
Urban Planning, Reconstruction, and Recovery – (PIC: Rafael Fernandez)
Disaster Society, Culture, and History
Human Security, Pandemic, and Communicable Disease
Disaster Governance and Diplomacy
Disaster Risk Financing and Insurance – (PIC: Keith Adams)
Prof. Shinichi Kuriyama
IRIDeS, Tohoku University, Japan
Prof. Ella Meilianda
TDMRC Universitas Syiah Kuala, Indonesia
Prof. Dwikorita Karnawati
Head of Indonesian Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency
Prof. Nizam
Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia
Prof. Helene Joffe
University of College London (UCL), London
Dr Yasemin Didem Aktas
University of College London (UCL), London
Location
University College London (UCL)
UCL sits at the heart of one of the most dynamic cities in the world and is committed to being a global leader in knowledge exchange, enterprise and open innovation.
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AIWEST-DR 2024
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Organising Teams
Dr Keith Adams
London South Bank University
Dr David McGovern
London South Bank University
Dr Katerina Stavrianaki
UCL
Dr Susana Lopez-Querol
UCL
Dr Eugeny Buldakov
UCL
Dr Rafael Fernández
UCL and World Bank
Mr Paul Wilson
UCL
Mr Kevin Woodward
UCL
VIDEO Highlight
The 16th AIWEST-DR 2024
The 16th Aceh International Workshop and Expo on Sustainable Tsunami Disaster Recovery (AIWEST-DR 2024) adopted the theme of “Bridging History and Horizons Towards Sustainable Resilience, Adaptive, and Inclusive World: Commemorating 20 years of the 2004 Aceh Tsunami ” and in-conjunction with the 8th PIT-IABI.
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