Colombo, Sri Lanka – January 15, 2025 – Hanan Hussain, the esteemed Chairman of MFCD Sri Lanka, has been elected as the Treasurer of the Asian Disaster Reduction and Response Network (ADRRN) for 2025. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone, as MFCD Sri Lanka is the sole organization representing Sri Lanka within ADRRN, a leading regional platform dedicated to fostering disaster resilience and inclusive governance.
Hanan Hussain’s election as Treasurer comes at a pivotal time, coinciding with ADRRN’s Annual General Meeting held in Bangkok in December 2024. This event showcased the network’s achievements over the past year, including its contributions to disaster resilience and locally-led climate adaptation initiatives across the Asia-Pacific region.
Under Hanan’s leadership, MFCD Sri Lanka has been a beacon of progress in community resilience and disaster risk reduction, embodying the spirit of collaboration and inclusivity that ADRRN champions. His election underscores the growing recognition of Sri Lanka’s contributions to regional resilience-building efforts.
As Treasurer, Hanan will play a key role in advancing ADRRN’s mission, which includes strengthening partnerships across Asia-Pacific for disaster preparedness and resilience, empowering communities through inclusive governance and innovative initiatives like the SIDRRA project and ensuring effective resource management to support ADRRN’s long-term objectives.
ADRRN’s 2024 milestones include active participation in the Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference for Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR), the launch of the SIDRRA project, and initiatives like the Voices of Resilience campaign. Hanan Hussain’s expertise is expected to further bolster ADRRN’s capacity to address pressing challenges such as climate change, disaster management, and social equity.
Reflecting on this new role, Hanan Hussain expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and reiterated his commitment to leveraging Sri Lanka’s voice on this influential platform. “This is not just a recognition of my efforts but a testament to the dedication of MFCD Sri Lanka and its partners. Together, we will continue to work toward a resilient and inclusive future for all communities in the Asia-Pacific,” he stated.
Hussain’s appointment signals a promising era of collaboration and innovation, reaffirming Sri Lanka’s position as a vital player in shaping disaster resilience and sustainable development in the region.
