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The role of social networks in disaster risk reduction

Cvetković, V., Filipović, M., Dragićević, S., & Novković, I. (2018). The role of social networks in disaster risk reduction. 8th International Scientific Conference “Archibald Reiss Days”, 2–3 October, Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade. THE ROLE OF SOCIAL NETWORKS IN DISASTER RISK REDUCTION Vladimir M. Cvetković, PhD Marina Filipović Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Serbia Slavoljub Dragićević, PhD Ivan Novković, PhD Faculty of Geography, University of Belgrade, Serbia Abstract: As of recently, the role of social networks in the disaster risk management process has become significantly important. This is largely due to a huge number of smartphones with installed applications (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) that allow their users to share information in the form of text, images and video. By analyzing and describ- ing the multiple possibilities and significance of social networks in various stages of disaster risk management (before, during and after), the authors conducted a research of quantitative research tradition with the aim of examining the attitudes of the stu- dents of the Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies and the Faculty of Security Studies University of Belgrade in terms of possibilities, reliability and motivation for the use of social networks in such situations. The results obtained in the research show a high degree of motivation of respondents for the use of social networks in situations immediately before, but also during and after the manifested consequences of disas- ters. Emphasizing the undeniable advantages of using the social networks in disaster risk management, as well as the results of the research, decision-makers could create certain programs to improve citizen security and reduce disaster risks by using infor- mation platforms of the social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Keywords: disasters, social networks, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, attitudes. INTRODUCTION The significance of social networks in reducing disaster risk (Cvetković&Filipović, 2017) has […]

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Innovative solutions for disaster early warning and alert systems: A literary review

Cvetković, V. (2021). Innovative solutions for disaster early warning and alert systems: A literary review. 11th International Scientific Conference “Archibald Reiss Days”, 9–10 November, University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies, Belgrade. INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR DISASTER EARLY WARNING AND ALERT SYSTEMS: A LITERARY REVIEW Vladimir M. Cvetković, PhD1 Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Serbia; Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Belgrade, Serbia Abstract: In different parts of the world, decision-makers and risk managers use specific and particu- larly complex disaster early warning and alert systems to protect people and their material goods from the harmful effects of various disasters in a timely, efficient and appropriate manner. However, con- cerning the level of scientific-technological and economic development of certain countries, such sys- tems can differ in the many characteristics that make them more efficient in specific situations. Guided by this, the subject of the paper is reflected in the systematic identification, analysis, and classification of the best innovative solutions of early warning systems regarding their usability and efficiency. To find appropriate innovative solutions, a search of different electronic databases was carried out. The findings of this review showed that there is a huge potential for innovative solutions in the field of disaster early warning and alert systems. Keywords: disasters, early warning, alert system, innovative solutions, DAREnet, literary review. INTRODUCTION Around the world, national and regional organizations are developing technical systems to detect potential natural hazards (Fujita & Shaw, 2019; Guo & Kapucu, 2019; Ocal, 2019) as timely and easily as possible, then pass on such information to citizens and enable them to protect themselves on time. Many communication tools, such as short message service (SMS), email, radio, TV, and online service, are now accessible for warning distribution (Alias et al., 2020; Aloudat & Michael, 2011; Chen, Zhu, Ni, & Su, […]

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First aid disaster kit for a family: A case study of Serbia

Cvetković, V. (2019). First aid disaster kit for a family: A case study of Serbia. 9th International Scientific Conference “Archibald Reiss Days”, 6–7 November, University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies, Belgrade. FIRST AID DISASTER KIT FOR A FAMILY: A CASE STUDY OF SERBIA Vladimir M. Cvetković, PhD Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Serbia Abstract: In the period after the manifestation of the consequences of disas- ters, the first responder’s members will approach the rescue of people and the provision of the first medical assistance to the injured in the shortest possible time. However, due to the specific nature of such events, they will not often be able to help everyone in the coming hours and days, and the survival rate of such events depends to a large extent on having a first aid kit as well as other disaster supplies. For these reasons, the research was conducted with the aim of the scientific explanation of the factors affecting the possession of the first aid disaster kit for a family. Using face-to-face interviews, two thousand and five hundred respondents in nineteen local communities were interviewed. The results of the conducted research show that more than half of the respon- dents do not possess the first aid kit in the household, their vehicle and that it is not kept in an easily accessible place. It has also been established that certain personal and environmental factors influence the possession of such supplies. The obtained results of the research could be used to create programs for im- proving the level of resilience of citizens in conditions of disasters. Keywords: disasters, first aid kit, family, research, Serbia. INTRODUCTION Despite innovative scientific and technical achievements, people continue to be greatly affected by the multidimensional effects of various disasters. Certainly, the level of vulnerability of […]

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Citizens education about floods: A Serbian case study

Cvetković, V., Tarolli, P., Roder, G., Ivanov, A., Ronan, K., Öcal, A., & Kutub, R. (2017). Citizens education about floods: A Serbian case study. 7th International Scientific Conference “Archibald Reiss Days”, Academy of Criminalistics and Police Studies, Belgrade. CITIZENS EDUCATION ABOUT FLOODS: A SERBIAN CASE STUDY Vladimir M. Cvetković, Ph.D Academy of Criminalistic and Police Study in Belgrade vladimirkpa@gmail.com Paolo Tarolli, Ph.D Giulia Roder, Ph.D. candidate Department of Land, Environment, Agriculture and Forestry. University of Padova, Agripolis, Legnaro, Italy Aleksandar Ivanov, Ph.D Faculty of Security, Skopje Kevin Ronan, Ph.D Clinical Psychology School of Human, Health and Social Sciences, CQ University, Rockhampton, Australia Adem Öcal, Ph.D Faculty of Gazi Education, Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey Md. Juel Rana Kutub Faculty of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh Abstract: The aim of quantitative research is a scientific explication of the effects certain demographic, socio-economic and psychological citizens characteristics on citizens education in Serbia about floods. It is because of that that during the whole 2015 a series of 2,500 face-to-face interviews was conducted in 19 out of the 190 municipalities of the Republic of Serbia. The study population consisted of all adult residents of the local communities in which floods occurred, and the sample size complied with the geographical and demographic size of the community. Results of the descriptive statistical analysis showed 24.9% of respondents were educated about natural disasters at school, 40.2% in the family, 29.9% at work, 39.9% of respondents know where elderly, disabled and infants live, 14% noted that they knew the risks of floods, etc. The research findings indicated that there is a statistically significant correlation between the level of knowledge about natural disasters and sex, age, marital status levels of education, fear of disaster, previous experience and income level. On the other hand, education at school, within the family, […]

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Prof. Dr. Vladimir M. Cvetković – Disaster Risk Management

Climate Change as a Modern Security Threat

Cvetkovic, V., Milojković, B., Mladjan, D. ( 2013). Climate Change as a Modern Security Threat. Belgrade, Jaroslav Černi Institute for the Development of Water Resources, International Conference Climate change Impacts on Water Resources, 17-18 October 2013, Belgrade, Serbia, ISBN 978-86-82565-41-3, 168-174. CLIMATE CHANGE AS A MODERN SECURITY THREAT[1]   Vladimir Cvetković Тhe Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade, vladimir.cvetkovic@kpa.edu.rs Boban Milojković Тhe Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade, boban.milojkovic@kpa.edu.rs Dragan Mlađan Тhe Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade, dragan.mladjan@kpa.edu.rs Abstract: Across the Earth, in everyday professional and scientific debates, climate changes are referred as a multidimensional global threat that represent a multiplier of various tensions over access to basic life resources which wane. Thus, in this paper we analyze the phenomenology of climate change that is brought into direct/indirect relationship with endangering the safety of human, material and cultural resources and the environment at the national and global levels. The paper also analyzes the impacts of climate change on increasing disaster risk, that every day increasingly destructive endangers the safety of people both by work and by nature of created value. At the end of the paper, the effects of climate change on water resources are presented. In conclusion, the authors point out that climate change is a reality that presents a significant security risk and a challenge, which have caused: the reduction of energy access, food availability, increased frequency and intensity of catastrophic natural disasters, population displacement, increasing public health problems, and lack of health safe drinking water. In addition, they actualize the idea that climate change poses a serious threat to national security and defense of the country, which was matter dealt mostly by activists and environmental experts in the field. However, lately climate change is beginning to be a subject of interest of politicians […]

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Innovative Solutions for Disaster Early Warning and Alert Systems: A Literary Review

Cvetković, V. (2021). Innovative solutions for disaster early warning and alert systems: a literary review. Eleven International Scientific Conference “Archibald Reiss Days”, Belgrade, November 9–10, Belgrade, University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies. Vladimir M. Cvetković 1,2[1] 1 Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia 2 Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Dimitrija Tucovića 121, 11056 Belgrade, Serbia  Abstract: In different parts of the world, decision-makers and risk managers use specific and particularly complex disaster early warning and alert systems to protect people and their material goods from the harmful effects of various disasters in a timely, efficient and appropriate manner. However, concerning the level of scientific-technological and economic development of certain countries, such systems can differ in the many characteristics that make them more efficient in specific situations. Guided by this, the subject of the paper is reflected in the systematic identification, analysis, and classification of the best innovative solutions for early warning systems regarding their usability and efficiency. To find appropriate innovative solutions, it was performed a search of different electronic databases. The findings of this review showed that there is a huge potential for innovative solutions in the field of disaster early warning and alert systems. Keywords: disasters, early warning, alert system, innovative solutions, DAREnet, literary review. Introduction Around the world, national and regional organizations are developing technical systems to detect potential natural hazards (Fujita & Shaw, 2019; Guo & Kapucu, 2019; Ocal, 2019) as timely and easily as possible, then pass on such information to citizens and enable them to protect themselves on time. Many communication tools, such as short message service (SMS), email, radio, TV, and online service, are now accessible for warning distribution (Alias et al., 2020; Aloudat & Michael, 2011; Chen, Zhu, Ni, & Su, 2020; Grasso […]

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First Aid Disaster Kit for a Family: A Case Study of Serbia

Cvetković, V. (2019). First aid disaster kit for a family: a case study of Serbia. IX International scientific conference Archibald Reiss days November 6-7, 2019. The University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies, Belgrade.  Vladimir M. Cvetković, Ph.D. Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vucica 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia Abstract: In the period after the manifestation of the consequences of disasters, the first responder’s members will approach the rescue of people and the provision of first medical assistance to the injured in the shortest possible time. However, due to the specific nature of such events, they will often not be able to help everyone in the coming hours and days, and the survival rate of such events depends to a large extent on having a first aid kit as well as other disaster supplies. For these reasons, research was conducted with the aim of the scientific explanation of the factors affecting the possession of the first aid disaster kit for a family. Using face-to-face interviews, two thousand and five hundred respondents in nineteen local communities were interviewed. The results of the conducted research show that more than half of the respondents do not possess the first aid kit in the household, their vehicle and that it is not kept in an easily accessible place. It has also been established that certain personal and environmental factors influence the possession of such supplies. The obtained results of the research could be used to create programs for improving the level of resilience of citizens in conditions of disasters. Keywords: disasters, first aid kit, family, research, Serbia.  Introduction  Despite innovative scientific and technical achievements, people continue to be greatly affected by the multidimensional effects of various disasters. Certainly, the level of vulnerability of people and their property, apart from the intensity of […]

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The Role of Social Networks in Disaster Risk Reduction

Cvetković, V., Filipović, M., Dragićević, S., & Novković, I. (2018). The role of social networks in disaster risk reduction. Paper presented at the Eighth International Scientific Conference “Archibald Reiss Days” October 2–3, 2018, Academy of Criminalistics and Police Studies, Belgrade. Vladimir M. Cvetković, Ph.D. Marina Filipović, Ph.D. candidate Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vucica 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia Slavoljub Dragićević, Ph.D. Ivan Novković, Ph.D. Faculty of Geography, University of Belgrade, Studentski Trg 3/III, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia   Abstract: Recently, the role of social networks in the disaster risk management process has become significantly important. This is largely due to a huge number of smartphones with installed applications (facebook, twitter, software) that allow their users to share information in the form of text, images and video. By analyzing and describing the multiple possibilities and significance of social networks in various stages of disaster risk management (before, during and after), the authors conducted a research of quantitative research tradition with the aim of examining the attitudes of the students of the Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies and the Faculty of Security Studies University of Belgrade in terms of possibilities, reliability and motivation for the use of social networks in such situations. The obtained research results show a high degree of motivation of respondents for the use of social networks in situations immediately before, but also during and after the manifested consequences of disasters. Emphasizing the undeniable advantages of using social networks in disaster risk management, as well as the results of the research, decision makers could create certain programs to improve citizen security and reduce disaster risks by using  information platforms of social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.   Key words: disasters, social networks, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, attitudes.   INTRODUCTION The significance of social networks in reducing disaster […]

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Citizens’ Education About Floods: A Serbian Case Study

Cvetkovic, V., Tarolli, P., Roder, G., Ivanov, A., Ronan, K., Ocam, A., & Kutub, R. (2017). Citizens education about floods: a Serbian case study. VII International scientific conference ” Archibald Reiss days “, Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade. Vladimir M. Cvetković, Ph.D. Academy of Criminalistic and Police Study in Belgrade, vladimirkpa@gmail.com Paolo Tarolli, Ph.D. Giulia Roder, Ph.D. candidate Department of Land, Environment, Agriculture and Forestry. University of Padova, Agripolis, viale dell’Università 16, 35020 Legnaro, Italy Aleksandar Ivanov, Ph.D. Faculty of Security, Skopje Kevin Ronan, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology School of Human, Health and Social Sciences, CQ University, Rockhampton, Australia Adem Öcal, Ph.D. Faculty of Gazi Education, Gazi University, Ankara, 06500, Turkey Md. Juel Rana Kutub Faculty of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh   Abstract: The aim of quantitative research is a scientific explication of the effects certain demographic, socio-economic and psychological citizens characteristics on citizens education in Serbia about floods. Precisely because during the whole 2015 in 19 of the 190 municipalities of the Republic of Serbia has been conducted a series of 2,500 face-to-face interviews. The study population consisted of all adult residents of the local communities in which floods occurred, and the sample size complied with the geographical and demographic size of the community. Results of the descriptive statistical analysis showed 24.9% of respondents were educated about natural disasters at school, 40.2% in the family, 29.9% at work, 39.9% of respondents know where elderly, disabled and infants live, 14% noted that they knew the risks of floods, etc. The research findings indicated that there is a statistically significant correlation between the level of knowledge about natural disasters and sex, age, marital status levels of education, fear of disaster, previous experience, income level. On another side, education at school, within the family, at work is […]

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Nikolić, N., Cvetković, M.V., Ivanov, A. (2023). Human resource development for environmental security and emergency management. Belgrade: Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management.

Human resource development for environmental security and emergency management

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Nikolić, N., Cvetković, V., & Ivanov, A. (2023). Human resource development for environmental security and emergency management. In: Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Belgrade. Prof. dr Neda NIKOLIĆ Prof. dr Vladimir M. CVETKOVIĆ Prof. dr Aleksandar IVANOV SCIENTIFIC-PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY FOR DISASTER RISK MAMAGEMENT, BELGRADE Belgrade, 2023 Publisher SCIENTIFIC-PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY FOR DISASTER RISK MAMAGEMENT, BELGRADE For the Publisher Prof. dr VLADIMIR M. CVETKOVIĆ Editor Prof. dr BOJAN JANKOVIĆ Reviewers Prof. dr VLADIMIR JAKOVLЈEVIĆ Prof. dr SRĐAN MILAŠINOVIĆ Prof. dr BOJANA NAUMOVSKA Prof. dr TONI MILESKI Proofreading and Editing MARKO POPOVIĆ Graphic design and cover MILOŠ IVOVIĆ Print 1000 copies Printed by Neven d.o.o. Belgrade This cover has been designed using assets from Freepik.com ©SCIENTIFIC-PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY FOR DISASTER RISK MAMAGEMENT, BELGRADE ISBN: 978-86-81424-14-8   TABLE OF CONTENT Preface IX 1. GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES 1 2. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 12 3. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 16 4. HUMAN RESORUSE MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 20 ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 1.1. Environmental trends in human resource management 37 1.2. Strategic management of human resources in environmental protection 46 HUMAN RESOURCES IN PROTECTION ENVIRONMENTS OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 2.1. Human potential in environmental protection LGUs 71 2.2. Legislative and normative regulation as a support for human resource management of LGUs 79 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN SERVICE OF THE HUMAN RESOURSE MANAGEMENT 3.1. Development of individual and collective environmental awareness 95 3.2. Contemporary ecological and educational orientation in the service of Human Resource Management (HRM) 100 HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MODEL IN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 4.1. Key contents of the human resource management process in environmental protection of LGUs 111 4.2. Model of effective management of human resources in environmental protection of local self-government 137 RESEARCH PROCEDURE 5.1. […]

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The Efficiency of Disaster and Crisis Management Policy at the Local Level: Lessons from Serbia" 📚 📖 Authors: Jasmina Tanasić, Vladimir M. Cvetković

The Efficiency of Disaster and Crisis Management Policy at the Local Level: Lessons from Serbia

Tanasić, J., & Cvetković, V. (2024). The Efficiency of Disaster and Crisis Management Policy at the Local Level: Lessons from Serbia. In: Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Belgrade. – https://www.researchgate.net/publication/380290966_The_Efficiency_of_Disaster_and_Crisis_Management_Policy_at_the_Local_Level_Lessons_from_Serbia Dr. Jasmina TANASIĆ Prof. Dr. Vladimir M. CVETKOVIĆ   The Efficiency of Disaster and Crisis Management Policy at the Local Level: Lessons from Serbia   Publisher SCIENTIFIC-PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY FOR DISASTER RISK MANAGEMENT, BELGRADE   For the publisher Professor Dr. Vladimir M. Cvetković   Editor Professor Dr. Aleksandar Ivanov   Reviewers Prof. Dr. Tin Lukić Prof. Dr. Aleksandar Ivanov Prof. Dr. Vladimir Jakovljević Prof. Dr. Slavoljub Dragićević Prof. Dr. Hatidža Beriša   Proofreading and correction Marija Antić   Graphic design and covers Vanja Šišović   Print run 500 copies     Printing Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Belgrade     ISBN: 978-86-81424-18-6       Dr. Jasmina Tanasić Prof. Dr. Vladimir M. Cvetković   THE EFFICIENCY OF DISASTER AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT POLICY AT THE LOCAL LEVEL: LESSONS FROM SERBIA     When we face crises and disasters, a community’s true strength and resilience come to light. Each of us can be affected, but together, we can resist and find the best paths for recovery and progress. This book, “The Efficiency of Disaster and Crisis Management Policy at the Local Level: Lessons from Serbia,” is dedicated to the citizens of Serbia, whose tireless strength and dedication to crisis management inspired every page of this work. Through these pages, readers will discover how local authorities in Serbia deal with the challenges before them, from natural disasters like floods and earthquakes to techno-ecological and social crises. By analyzing policies and practices, the book focuses on lessons that can benefit anyone facing similar situations, anywhere in the world. We dedicate this book to all citizens who have contributed to shaping a more resilient […]

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Mladjan, D., Cvetković, V. (2013). Classification of Emergency Situations. International scientific conference “Archibald Reiss days” Thematic conference proceedings of international significance., Belgrade, The Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, 275-291.

Classification of Emergency Situations

Dragan Mladjan The Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade dragan.mladjan@kpa.edu.rs Vladimir M. Cvetković The Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade vladimir.cvetkovic@kpa.edu.rs   CLASSIFICATION OF EMERGENCY SITUATIONS   Abstract: There is no universally accepted definition or classification of an emergency situation. Adoption of a universally and generally acceptable classification of emergency situations represents one of the important challenges the researchers, competent governmental authorities and international organizations are facing with. The classification of emergencies in this paper has been made on the basis of analyses of different sources, such as learner’s books, articles, internet sites, relevant international and national reports, etc. Based on this, several criteria have been proposed for defining classification of emergencies. Justification and acceptability of classification of emergency situations constitute an important assumption for their valid recording and more quality analysis, as well as for the international cooperation of governments, authorities in charge, members of the scientific community and non-governmental organizations from that field of work. This paper gives a short overview of the classification of emergency situations, with a special focus on the USA, Russian Federation, China, the Netherlands, Germany and Serbia. Key words: emergency situations, concept, classification, criteria, members.   Introduction             The classification is not only important for the science, but it is also one of the basic components of the common sense thinking. It is used in the process that is going from identification[1] to comparison, as a logical action. In order to be feasible, the classification needs to be supported by a derived description of the subject of thinking, i.e. of the research. The researches that have been conducted to date, being predominantly focused on the classification of emergencies, are very rare. Moreover, scientific endeavours tackling description and explanation of certain subjects of research concerning emergencies or the research as a whole, where […]

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