Bakit ka BiNAHA? Duterte shutsdown Pres. Noynoy Aquino's Project NOAH
The Legacy and Future of Project NOAH: A Critical Juncture in Disaster Management In a significant development, the Duterte administration decided to shut down Project NOAH (Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazard) in 2017, a cornerstone initiative launched under President Noynoy Aquino's leadership. This program, which began in 2011, was designed to advance disaster prevention and mitigation strategies in the Philippines, a country frequently ravaged by natural calamities. As we grapple with this change, it’s essential to reflect on the achievements of Project NOAH and consider the implications of its termination. A Vision Realized Project NOAH was conceived to address the Philippines' vulnerability to natural disasters. Through its comprehensive approach, it provided crucial data and tools aimed at improving disaster preparedness and response. The project focused on various components, including risk mapping, disaster risk reduction, and the assessment of local governm