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Teorijski okvir istraživanja u oblasti katastrofa

Cvetković, V., Filipović, M., & Gačić, J. (2018). Teorijski okvir istraživanja u oblasti katastrofa [Theoretical Framework for Research in the Field of Disasters]. Ecologica, 25(91), 545–551. Teorijski okvir istraživanja u oblasti katastrofa   Doc. dr Vladimir M. Cvetković[1]                                             Rad – pregledni naučni rad Marina Filipović, doktorand Prof. dr Jasmina Gačić                                                                                             UDC:   UVOD   Katastrofe predstavljaju normativno definisane situacije u zajednici u kojima se preduzimaju izuzetni napori da se zaštite i iskoriste određeni socijalni resursi čije postojanje se smatra ugroženim [1]. One se povezuju sa društvenom jedinicom zajednice koja može da bude (geografsko) mesto ali koja ima društveno psihološku komponentu identiteta. U okviru ovog društveno definisanog konteksta, katastrofe su ,,prilike” (možda prilika za akciju u društvenom vremenu) koje izazivaju akciju kako bi se sačuvao socijalni resurs za koji se veruje da je ugrožen. Predstavljaju događaje koji imaju ozbiljne socijalne posledice i često su van kontrole ljudi. Kada se dogode, zajednica doživljava veliki strah i ličnu patnju što je čini nesposobnom za preduzimanje efikasnih akcija. U prvom članku o katastrofama u časopisu sociološkog pregleda (Annual Review of Sociology) koji su napisali Kvaranteli i Dajns [2] dat je koristan programski pregled socioloških istraživanja sprovedenih nakon Drugog svetskog rata i posebno je naznačena rastuća uključenost društvenih istraživača nakon 1970. godine. Jedna od osnovnih odlika istraživanja u oblasti katastrofa jeste interdisciplinarnost koja uslovljava korišćenje metoda različitih naučnih disciplina. Upravo zato, u literaturi o katastrofama postoji veći broj teorija relevantnih za realizaciju istraživanja iz spomenute oblasti [3-8]. Polazeći od multidisciplinarnosti studija katastrofa, istraživači mogu koristiti različite teorije iz oblasti psihologije, organizacionih nauka, ekonomije itd. Sama reč teorija potiče od grčke reči ,,theoria” sa značenjem razmatranje. Pod njom se podrazumeva uopšteno znanje o nekoj pojavi ili osnovni naučni pojmovi koji se posmatraju uopšteno [8]. Naučne teorije su vrlo lako proverljive i one daju objašnjenja određenih pojava […]

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Spremnost građana Loznice za reagovanje na prirodnu katastrofu izazvanu zemljotresom

Sandić, M., Mlađan, D., & Cvetković, V. (2016). Spremnost građana Loznice za reagovanje na prirodnu katastrofu izazvanu zemljotresom [Preparedness of citizens of Loznica to respond to a natural disaster caused by an earthquake]. Ecologica, 81, 40–48. Spremnost građana Loznice za reagovanje na prirodnu katastrofu izazvanu zemljotresom Marinko Sandić1, Dragan Mlađan2,                                                                             rad Vladimir M. Cvetković2                                                                                  UDC:502.58     UVOD Zemljotresi kao prirodne katastrofe izazvani su iznenadnim slaganjem velikih ploča stena duž frak­tura unutar zemlje. Takva pomeranja stvaraju tala­se koji mogu da pređu ogromne daljine i izazovu neverovatna uništenja kada dođu do površine ze­mlje. Često izazivaju nasilna podrhtavanja koja mo­gu trajati i po nekoliko minuta, a takvo podrhtavanje može da uništi građevine, mostove i većinu drugih izgrađenih objekata kritične infrastrukture. Mogu da izazovu klizišta, cunamije, vulkanske erupcije i dru­ge prirodne katastrofe. U literaturi, ne postoji opšte prihvaćena defini­cija spremnosti za reagovanje na prirodne katastro­fe. Jednostavno se može steći utisak da je određi­vanje sadržaja i obima tog pojma donekle i margi­nalizovano. Svakako, imajući u vidu značaj sprem­nosti kao jednog od bitnog elementa upravljanja u prirodnim katastrofama, neophodno je posebnu pa­žnju posvetiti definisanju spremnosti kao značajnog koncepta u oblasti prirodnih katastrofa i šire. Spre­mnost kao koncept u teoriji katastrofa podrazu­meva aktivnosti preduzete pre prirodne katastrofe u cilju poboljšanja odgovora i oporavka od nastalih posledica [1-4]. Pri tome, spremnost podrazumeva znanja i sposobnosti u vezi reagovanja (pozna-vanje lokalnih rizika od prirodnih katastrofa, sistema upozorenja, i načina reagovanja), kao i posedovanje zaliha sredstava za zbrinjavanje i planova zaštite i spasavanja [5,6,8]. Generalno posmatrano, spremnost za prirodne katastrofe se može posma­trati na tri nivoa: građana, doma-ćinstva i zajednice. Za svaki nivo se može reći da postoji poseban metodološko kvantitativni odnosno kvalitativni istraživački pristup realizacije istraži-vanja. Jedan od ozbiljnijih nedostataka sprovedenih istraživanja, ogleda se i u nedostatku jedinstvenih mernih instrumenata koji bi omogućili  komparacije                         Adrese autora: 1Sektor […]

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Činioci uticaja na znanje o prirodnim katastrofama

Cvetković, V., Filipović, M., Popović, D., & Ostojić, G. (2017). Činioci uticaja na znanje o prirodnim katastrofama [Factors Influencing Knowledge about Natural Disasters]. Ecologica, 24(85), 121–126.Činioci uticaja na znanje o prirodnim katastrofama Vladimir M. Cvetković1, Marina Filipović2 Dejana Jovanović Popović2, Gavrilo Ostojić   UVOD Znanje o prirodnim katastrofama je ispitivano u raznovrsnim kvantitativno-kvalitativnim istraživanji­ma [1,2]. Šau i saradnici [3] su utvrdili da edukacija o prirodnim katastrofama u porodici i lokalnim zajednicama u Japanu ima veći uticaj od edukacije u školama. Adem [4] navodi da su građani koji su imali neki vid edukacije o prirodnim katastrofama u školama posedovali veći nivo znanja i da su ona bila zasnovana na naučnim činjenicama, dok su znanja koja se stiču u okviru porodice i medija bez strukture, nesistematična i mogu dovesti do zablu­da i netačnih informacija. Takođe, naučno potvrđu­je postojanje jasne korelacije između znanja i stavova o zemljotresu. Tomio i saradnici [5] ukazu­ju da su građani sa višim nivoom obrazovanja spremniji za reagovanje na prirodne katastrofe, posmatrano na nivou domaćinstva, dok na nivou lokalne zajednice takva veza postoji sa dužinom prebivališta, bračnim statusom i prisustvom starijeg člana porodice. Kurita [6] u radu ukazuju da više od 90% stanovnika nema odgovarajuće znanje o cunamiju i da su glavni izvor informacija tokom katastrofa bili članovi porodice i komšiluk. Pri tome, oni ističu da je školska edukacija veoma važna za podizanje svesti o prirodnim katastrofama. Beker i saradnici [7] u radu opisuju efektivnost generalne prevencije obrazovanja o katastrofama ističući činjenicu da će učenici doći kući sa informacijama o neophodnim merama spremnosti podstičući ro­ditelje da naprave planove. Dakle, autori ukazuju da će doći do transfera znanja sa učenika na roditelje. Autori u [8] u rezultatima svojih istra­živanja utvrdili su da učenici srednjih škola u Beogradu u najvećoj meri smatraju da znaju šta je to zemljotres, njih 94,8%, značajno […]

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Žene u mirovnim operacijama i odlučivanju u sektoru bezbednosti

Popović, M., & Cvetković, V. (2012). Žene u mirovnim operacijama i odlučivanju u sektoru bezbednosti [Women in peacekeeping operations and decision-making in the security sector]. Kultura – Polis, 1(1), 201–214. ЖЕНЕ КАО УЧЕСНИЦИ У МИРОВНИМ ОПЕРАЦИЈАМА И ДОНОСИОЦИ ОДЛУКА У СЕКТОРУ БЕЗБЕДНОСТИ Сажетак: Савет безбедности Уједињених нација усвојио је 2000. годи- не Резолуцију 1325, која се залаже за процес интеграције жена у сферу безбед- ности и њихово учествовање у основним операцијама достизања и очувања мира и безбедности. Процес интеграције жена у ту област подразумева равноп- равно учешће жена у конфликтним ситуацијама, ради превенције насиља, из- грађивања мира и спровођења хуманитарних операција. Резолуција 1325 је такође и документ којим је гарантована родна равноправност и заштита права жена у конфликтним подручјима. Потреба заштите права жена као пасивних или активних учесника оружаних сукоба произлази, с једне стране, из њихове рањивости и угрожености последицама оружаних сукоба, а са друге стране, из чињенице да жене као доносиоци одлука у сектору безбедности по природи теже ненасилним и неоружаним начинима решавања проблема. Међутим, спровођење Резолуције 1325 у пракси наилази на многобројне проблеме, па се улога жена у сектору безбедности занемарује, и често се своди само на фор- мално присуство у различитим структурама, без могућности жена да равнопра- вно учествују у процесима планирања, одлучивања и спровођења одлука. Циљ    marija.popovic@kpa.edu.rs  vladimir.cvetkovic@kpa.edu.rs  Овај рад је резултат реализовања научноистраживачког пројекта под називом „Развој институционалних капацитета, стандарда и процедура за супротстављање организова- ном криминалу и тероризму у условима међународних интеграција”. Пројекат финанси- ра Министарство просвете и науке Републике Србије (бр. 179045), а реализује Кримина- листичко-полицијска академија у Београду (2011–2014). Руководилац пројекта је проф. др Саша Мијалковић. овог рада је да укаже на реално стање заступљености жена у сектору безбедно- сти у свету и у Републици Србији, нарочито на највишим позицијама, и њихову улогу у мировним операцијама и процесу доношења најважнијих безбедносних одлука. […]

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Uticaj klimatskih promena na zaštitu i očuvanje biodiverziteta kao preduslova ekološke bezbednosti u Srbiji

Filipović, M., Cvetković, V., & Jakovljević, V. (2017). Uticaj klimatskih promena na zaštitu i očuvanje biodiverziteta kao preduslova ekološke bezbednosti u Srbiji [The impact of climate change on protection and conservation of biodiversity as a precondition of environmental security in Serbia]. First International Conference Environmental Safety and Health at Work, Proceedings, Zrenjanin, 16. November, 2017. UTICAJ KLIMATSKIH PROMENA NA ZAŠTITU I OČUVANJE BIODIVERZITETA KAO PREDUSLOVA EKOLOŠKE BEZBEDNOSTI U SRBIJI THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON PROTECTION AND CONSERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY AS A PRECONDITION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SECURITY IN SERBIA Mr Marina Filipović, Doc. dr Vladimir M. Cvetković, Prof. dr Vladimir Jakovljević, Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu Apstrakt: Uticaj klimatskih promena na biološku raznovrsnost, kao osnovnog preduslova ekološke bezbednosti, predmet je sve većeg broja naučnih i stručnih analiza širom sveta. Usled nedostatka informacija o pratećim uticajima promena klime i neposrednih empirijskih dokaza, može doći do zanemarivanja primene adekvatnih mera za ublažavanje potencijalno štetnog uticaja klime na održavanje, rast, razmnožavanje i rasprostranjenost pojedinih vrsta što može uticati na stvaranje neželjenih implikacija po ekološku bezbednost. Imajući u vidu značajan broj endemičnih biljnih i životinjskih vrsta na području Republike Srbije, ne može se osporiti njena osobena odgovornost u pogledu očuvanja biodiverziteta. U radu je izvršena sekundarna analiza ključnih dokumenta i izveštaja koje Srbija, kao država članica Okvirne konvencije Ujedinjenih Nacija o promeni klime (UNFCCC) i Kjoto protokola, i zemlja potpisnica Sporazuma iz Pariza (od 2017. godine), ima obavezu da kontinualno podnosi Sekretarijatu UNFCCC-a. Prema Prvoj nacionalnoj komunikaciji Republike Srbije uočeni su efekti klimatskih promena na biodiverzitet i prirodne ekosisteme koji ukazuju da može doći do: fenoloških, morfoloških i fizioloških promena, promena u ponašanju vrsta, gubitka staništa, pojave novih staništa, kao i promena u broju, distribuciji vrsta što može pogoršati stanje ekološke bezbednosti. Sekundarna analiza izveštaja o merama mitigacije i adaptacije na klimatske promene izvršena je sa […]

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Understanding Seismic Hazard Resilience in Montenegro: A Qualitative Analysis of Community Preparedness and Response Capabilities

Cvetković, V., Grozdanić, G., Milanović, M., Marković, S., Lukić, T. (2024). Understanding Seismic Hazard Resilience in Montenegro: A Qualitative Analysis of Community Preparedness and Response Capabilities. Open Geosciences, 16(1), 20220729. Research Article Vladimir M. Cvetković*, Goran Grozdanić, Miško Milanović, Slobodan Marković, and Tin Lukić Understanding seismic hazard resilience in Montenegro: A qualitative analysis of community preparedness and response capabilities https://doi.org/10.1515/geo-2022-0729 received May 13, 2024; accepted October 15, 2024 Abstract: Enhancing resilience against seismic hazards in earthquake-prone regions is essential for reducing the devastating impacts of disasters. Seismic resilience refers to a community’s ability to withstand and recover from earthquake impacts, while preparedness gaps are the areas where current measures are insufficient to effectively respond to or mitigate earthquake damage. This study focuses on Montenegro – a region with frequent seismic activity – aiming to assess resili- ence levels, identify critical gaps in preparedness, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing response strategies. Using qualitative methods, including semi-structured interviews, the research gathered insights from residents of Montenegro’s most vulner- able cities: Nikšić, Podgorica, Bar, Kotor, Cetinje, Budva, Herceg Novi, and Berane. Participants, chosen for their first-hand experience with significant earthquake impacts, provided valu- able perspectives on various aspects of resilience, from local  * Corresponding author: Vladimir M. Cvetković, Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security, Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040, Belgrade, Serbia; Safety and Disaster Studies, Department of Environmental and Energy Process Engineering, Montanuniversität of Leoben, Franz Josef- Straße 18, 8700, Leoben, Austria; Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Dimitrija Tucovića 121, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia, e-mail: vmc@fb.bg.ac.rs, vladimir.cvetkovic@unileoben.ac.at Goran Grozdanić: Faculty of Philosophy, University of Montenegro, Danila Bojovića bb., 81400, Nikšić, Montenegro, e-mail: gorangr@ucg.ac.me Miško Milanović: Faculty of Geography, University of Belgrade, Studentski Trg 3/III, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia, e-mail: misko.milanovic@gef.bg.ac.rs Slobodan Marković: Department of Geography, Tourism and Hotel Management, Faculty of Sciences, University […]

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Uloga i obučavanje pripadnika vojske Srbije za eskortnu pratnju

Veličković, M., & Cvetković, V. (2013). Uloga i obučavanje pripadnika vojske Srbije za eskortnu pratnju [Role and Training of Serbian Armed Forces Personnel for Escort Duties]. Vojno delo, Leto, 262–276. УЛОГА И ОБУЧАВАЊЕ ПРИПАДНИКА ВОЈСКЕ СРБИЈЕ ЗА ЕСКОРТНУ ПРАТЊУ Милош Величковић Управа војне полиције – Криминалистичко-истражна група Владимир Цветковић1 Криминалистичко-полицијска академија Кроз историју су многе истакнуте личности, с једне стране биле предмет уважавања, па чак и фанатичног обожавања, а с друге стране предмет оспоравања до чак патолошке нетрпељивости. Са развојем друштва „култ личности“ је све више почео да бледи а „недодирљивост“ је постајала све слабија. Такве личности су све чешће постајале мете напада својих неистомишљеника који су поне- кад резултирали и физичком ликвидацијом. Потреба за заштитом та- квих личности, које данас називамо „одређеним личностима“, јавила се са интензивирањем угрожавања њихових живота. Задаци обезбе- ђења поверавани су најоданијим и најспособнијим људима који су би- ли у непосредном окружењу штићене личности. С тим у вези, у раду је дат генерални преглед послова обезбеђења са посебним освртом на историјат, опште појмове и врсте обезбеђења. Кључне речи: војске, ескортна пратња, обезбеђење, обука, улога Увод Обезбеђење одређене личности данас захтева велике психофизичке напоре и врхунску обученост свог људског потенцијала у непосредном окружењу. Средства и опрема која се користи за заштиту личности у данашње је време висо- кософистицирана. Она захтева да се њоме рукује „до савршенства“. Да би се ство- рио савршен „bodyguard“ неопходно је људство обучити и оспособити за тако сло- жене задатке. Ради тога се планира и изводи специфична обука изабраног људства ради извршавања задатака обезбеђења личности у месту и покрету. У Војсци Србије овај проблем такође постоји. Њени припадници, у мирнодопским или ратним условима, стално или повремено, извршавају задатке обезбеђења објеката, рејона, праваца и одређених личности. Обука људства планира се и изводи за потребе обезбеђења личности у месту и покрету. Циљ такве обуке јесте да се људство […]

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The Gender Dimension of Vulnerability in Disaster Caused by the Corona Virus (Covid-19)

Cvetković, V., Čvorović, M., & Beriša, H. (2023a). The Gender Dimension of Vulnerability in Disaster Caused by the Corona Virus (Covid-19). NBP, 28(2), 32-54. The Gender Dimension of Vulnerability in Disaster Caused by the Coronavirus (Covid-19) [1] [2]Vladimir Cvetković1, [2]Milica Čvorović, [3]Hatidža Beriša [1]University of Belgrade Faculty of Security Studies, Belgrade, Serbia [2]Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Belgrade, Serbia [3]University of Defence Military Academy, Belgrade, Serbia Submitted: 2023-05-23 • Accepted: 2023-10-04 • Published: 2023-10-12 Abstract: The subject of the research is an examination of the way in which the disease COVID-19 affects the gender aspects of the vulnerability of citizens, with special reference to their physical, socio-economic and psychological vulnerability. For the purposes of this research, the perception of risk and the preparedness of men and women for the SARS-CoV-2 virus pandemic were exam- ined. The results of this research were obtained by applying a quantitative survey of the citizens of the Republic of Serbia about their experiences and attitudes regarding their vulnerability due to the COVID-19 pandemic, where special attention is paid to the gender dimension. A survey of 273 adult citizens was conducted and the results have shown that there is no significant connection between the gender category and the physical vulnerability of people caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The obtained data indicate that approximately the same percentage of women and men had severe symptoms of the disease. Nevertheless, the results showed that there is a partial connec- tion between the gender category and socio-economic vulnerability, as well as a clear connection between the gender category and the psychological vulnerability of people caused by the pandem- ic. In both cases, the results indicate that women are more vulnerable socio-economically and psychologically than men. As this topic is not sufficiently represented in foreign, and especially not in domestic literature, the results […]

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The Assessment of Public Health Capacities at Local Self-Governments in Serbia

Cvetković, V.M., Tanasić, J.; Ocal, A., Živković-Šulović, M., Ćurić, N., Milojević, S., Knežević, S. (2023). The Assessment of Public Health Capacities at Local Self-Governments in Serbia. Lex Localis, 21(4), 1201-1234. The Assessment of Public Health Capacities at Local Self-governments in Serbia Vladimir M. Cvetković, Jasmina Tanasić, Adem Öcal, Mirjana Živković- Šulović, Nedeljko Ćurić, Stefan Milojević & Snežana Knežević Abstract The objective of this quantitative study was to examine the impact of selected factors on the level and state of public health capacities in local self-government units in 2021. This survey included 77 out of 145 local self-government units in the Republic of Serbia and examined six dimensions defined by the Law on Public Health. The results of the Pearson correlation showed that there were statistically significant correlations between the effectiveness of the realized program budget and microbiologically defective drinking water samples from the so-called village water supply systems, defective samples of drinking water from public taps, unsatisfactory analyses of wastewater samples, and the number of mandated fines issued. The results of the logistic regression model showed that the local self-government units that received assistance from the Standing Conference of Towns and Municipalities were 5.6 times more likely to perform analyses of their health status. Keywords: • public health • local self-government • capacity development • Serbia   CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS: Vladimir Cvetković, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies, Belgrade, Serbia, e-mail: vmc@fb.bg.ac.rs. Jasmina Tanasić, Ph.D., Standing Conference of Towns and Municipalities, Makedonska 22/VIII, Belgrade, Serbia, e-mail: jasmina.tanasic@skgo.org. Adem Öcal, Ph.D., Independent Researcher, Ankara, Turkey, e-mail: ocadem@gmail.co. Mirjana Živković-Šulović, Institute of Public Health of Serbia, Dr Milan Jovanović Batut, dr Subotića starijeg 5, Belgrade, Serbia, e-mail: mirjanasulovic@gmail.com. Nedeljko Ćurić, Standing Conference of Towns and Municipalities, Makedonska 22/VIII, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia, e-mail: nedeljko.curic@skgo.org. Stefan Milojević, Ph.D., Associate Professor, EDUCONS University, Faculty of Business Economics, Vojvode Putnika 87, […]

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Popović, M., & Cvetković, V. (2013). Suprotstavljanje savremenom terorizmu kao doprinos zaštiti ljudske bezbednosti u Republici Srbiji [Combating Modern Terrorism as a Contribution to Human Security Protection in the Republic of Serbia]. Suprotstavljanje organizovanom kriminalu i terorizmu (pp. 169–177). Beograd: Kriminalističko-policijska akademija.

Suprotstavljanje savremenom terorizmu kao doprinos zaštiti ljudske bezbednosti u Republici Srbiji

Popović, M., & Cvetković, V. (2013). Suprotstavljanje savremenom terorizmu kao doprinos zaštiti ljudske bezbednosti u Republici Srbiji [Combating Modern Terrorism as a Contribution to Human Security Protection in the Republic of Serbia]. Suprotstavljanje organizovanom kriminalu i terorizmu (pp. 169–177). Beograd: Kriminalističko-policijska akademija. SUPROTSTAVLJANJE SAVREMENOM TERORIZMU KAO DOPRINOS ZAšTITI LJUDSKE BEZBEDNOSTI U REPUBLICI SRBIJI Marija Popović Vladimir Cvetković Kriminalističko-policijska akademija, Beograd Apstrakt: Naučna i stručna literatura, politika i mediji okupirani su posled- njih nekoliko decenija problemom terorizma i posledicama njegovih manife- stacija na bezbednost država. Razvojem koncepta ljudske bezbednosti fokus interesovanja pomera se ka posledicama koje ova savremena bezbednosna pretnja ostavlja na čoveka i njegove vrednosti. U radu ćemo ukazati na to da je država tek indirektno ugrožena posledicama terorizma, i to kroz ugro- žavanje njene konstitutivne komponente – stanovništva. Iz tog razloga, i suprotstavljanje savremenom terorizmu mora biti u funkciji zaštite ljudske bezbednosti. U radu će se razmatrati kako je ljudska komponenta pozici- onirana u Strategiji nacionalne bezbednosti, s obzirom na to da se radi o najvažnijem strateškom dokumentu naše zemlje. Zatim će se razmatrati da li terorizam predstavlja veću pretnju tradicionalnim državnim vrednostima kao što su teritorijalni integritet i suverenitet, ili pak njenoj ljudskoj kom- ponenti. Najzad, ukazaćemo na koji način borba protiv terorizma doprinosi zaštiti bezbednosti ljudi, tj. onom njenom segmentu koji se ugrožava kroz terorističku aktivnost. Ključne reči: ljudska bezbednost, nacionalna bezbednost, država, terorizam, strategija Uvod Jedan od najvažnijih zadataka savremene države jeste nalaženje najadekvatni- jih načina suprotstavljanja terorizmu. Bez obzira na to koliko je ekonomski sta- bilna ili kolika je njena vojna moć, nijedna država nije pošteđena pretnje i straha od terorizma koji je danas postao moćno oružje onih koji su nemoćni da drugim, legitimnim sredstvima ostvare političke ciljeve. Najvažnija doktrinarna i strateška dokumenta država postavljaju terorizam na sam vrh agende bezbednosnih pretnji zbog svoje nepredvidivosti i teških […]

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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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Public risk perspectives regarding the threat of terrorism in Belgrade: Implications for risk management decision-making for individuals, communities and public authorities

Cvetković, V., Noji, E., Filipović, M., Petrović, M. M., Kešetović, Ž., & Ristanović, N. (2018). Public risk perspectives regarding the threat of terrorism in Belgrade: Implications for risk management decision-making for individuals, communities and public authorities. Journal of Criminal Investigation and Criminology, 69(4), 279–298. Public Risk Perspectives Regarding the Threat of Terrorism in Belgrade: Implications for Risk Management Decision-Making for Individuals, Communities and Public Authorities Vladimir M. Cvetković1, Eric Noji2, Marina Filipović3, Marija Popović Mančević4, Želimir Kešetović5, Nenad Radović6 The aim of this paper is to assess the risk of terrorist attacks as perceived by individuals, the local community as a whole, and municipal public safety officials in Belgrade, the capital of the Republic of Serbia. The structured questionnaire about perceived risk of terrorist attacks and preparedness was developed using close-ended, multiple choice questions and questionnaire items featuring 5-point Likert response options. Data were collected between June and September 2017 by a telephone survey using a random digit dialing procedure; 485 adult Serbian residents participated in the research voluntarily. Study participants exhibited low levels of perception vis-a-vis the future likelihood of terrorist attacks occurring in their communities, and only a moderate knowledge of counter-terrorism activities currently being undertaken by public safety authorities. Other responses to our questionnaire indicated statistically significant differences in perception of the risks of terrorism threats in Belgrade with respect to demographic variables such as age, gender, employment and past exposure to major emergencies. We encourage emergency management agencies in Serbia to use the differences in public perception of risks identified in our study to develop enhanced counter- terrorism preparedness measures through the promotion of behavioural change. Such action goes hand-in-hand with the adoption of improved risk management decision-making procedures. Furthermore, to improve risk management decision-making we need to anticipate virtually all possible scenarios because terrorism is […]

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Projekat „Prirodne Albanije“ kao pretnja teritorijalnom integritetu Republike Srbije

Filipović, M., & Cvetković, M. V. (2019). Projekat „Prirodne Albanije“ kao pretnja teritorijalnom integritetu Republike Srbije [The “Natural Albania” project as a threat to the territorial integrity of the Republic of Serbia]. Vojno delo, 71(4), 114–125. ПРОЈЕКАТ „ПРИРОДНЕ АЛБАНИЈЕ“ КАО ПРЕТЊА ТЕРИТОРИЈАЛНОМ ИНТЕГРИТЕТУ РЕПУБЛИКЕ СРБИЈЕ Марина Филиповић Научно-стручно друштво за управљање ризицима у ванредним ситуацијама Владимир М. Цветковић Универзитет у Београду, Факултет безбедности Током читавог столећа биле су присутне опасности од етничког уједињења Албанаца муслиманске вероисповести. Организова- но и систематско поступање албанских сепаратиста на подручју Косова и Метохије, као и акције и идеје које се чују широм Балкана, показује да је пројекат „независно Косово“ само део, или прелазна етапа, једне знатно комплексније визије „сви Албанци у једној држави“, што доводи у питање постојеће међународно признате границе и угрожава безбед- ност не само Републике Србије, већ и целог Балкана. Руководећи се нарастајућим претњама безбедности, у раду су изнети резултати ана- лизе карактеристика све актуелније претње пројекта „Велике Албаније“ по територијални интегритет Републике Србије. Темељним прегледом литературе, аутори настоје да утврде у којој мери је такав пројекат пре- познат у академској, односно научној и стручној заједници као реална претња по територијални интегритет Републике Србије.   Кључне речи: безбедност, Велика Албанија, територијални ин- тегритет, Србија Увод Прве идеје o пројекту „Велике Албаније“ и етничком уједињењу Албанаца му- слиманске вероисповести јавиле су 1878. године образовањем тзв. При- зренске лиге која је као посебно тело разрадила пројекат борбе за стварање вели- коалбанске државе у оквиру тадашњег отоманског царства (Борозан, 1995). До да- нас, питања пројекта „Природне Албаније“ тематизована су у великом броју науч- них истраживачких и прегледних радова. Према Бецићу, на Лондонској конферен- цији 2. јануара 1913. године нису прихваћени захтеви политичких структура тада- шње Албаније да у њен састав уђу градови: Пећ, Приштина, Митровица, Скопље, Тетово, који су представљали основну варијанту територијалног програма албан-    Рад представља […]

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Mogućnosti zloupotrebe hemijskog oružja u terorističke svrhe

Cvetković, V., Popović, M., & Sadiyeh, A. (2014). Mogućnosti zloupotrebe hemijskog oružja u terorističke svrhe [Possibilities of Chemical Weapons Abuse for Terrorist Purposes]. Kriminalističko-policijska akademija (pp. 341–357). Beograd. МОГУЋНОСТИ ЗЛОУПОТРЕБЕ ХЕМИЈСКОГ ОРУЖЈА У ТЕРОРИСТИЧКЕ СВРХЕ Владимир Цветковић* Марија Поповић** Криминалистичко-полицијска академија, Београд Alen Sadiyeh*** Факултет безбедности Универзитета у Београду Апстракт: Хемијско оружје спада у ред најдеструктивнијих оружја за масовно уништавање, о чему сведоче последице, непредвидљивост и разноврсност деловања. Историјски посматрано, одувек је третирано као нечасно средство за вођење борбе, и као такво забрањивано. Међутим, упркос свим забранама, терористичке групе свакодневно покушавају да изнађу модалитете набавке и његове употребе. Основне карактеристике и скривени период деловања дају велику предност хемијском оружју у односу на конвенционална оружја, приликом доношења одлуке, од стра- не терористичких група, о оружју којим ће се извршити терористички акт. Употреба хемијског оружја у терористичке сврхе могла би озбиљно уздрмати и угрозити националну безбедност једне државе. Познавање основних карактеристика овог оружја је од круцијалне важности за предузимање мера заштите живота и здравља људи, и животне среди- не. У раду се дефинише појам хемијског оружја с посебним освртом на историјат његове употребе у рату и миру. Разматрају се све постојеће класификације хемијског оружја, с посебним фокусом на његове нај- познатије представнике. На крају, описују се основне карактеристике и начини његове употребе у терористичке сврхе. Кључне речи: безбедност, тероризам, ванредне ситуације, хемијско оружје, историјат, класификација, начин употребе   * vladimir.cvetkovic@kpa.edu.rs. ** marija.popovic@kpa.edu.rs. *** Докторанд, Факултет безбедности Универзитета у Београду. Увод Савремени тероризам, у стручној литератури познат и као „супетерори- зам“, посебно угрожава националну безбедност држава широм света. Употре- бом појма „супертероризам“ управо се и жели скренути пажња на постепени прелазак терористичких група с конвенционалних оружја на употребу још деструктивнијих оружја, као што је оружје за масовно уништавање.1 Теро- ристичке групе свакодневно улажу огромне напоре усмерене ка вишеструком увећању последица њихових терористичких аката. Постоји много доказа […]

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Svrdlin, M., & Cvetković, V. (2019). Mobilni komunikacioni sistemi i aplikacije od značaja za integrisano upravljanje katastrofama [Mobile communication systems and applications relevant for integrated disaster management]. Vojno delo, 71(7), 164–177.

Mobilni komunikacioni sistemi i aplikacije od značaja za integrisano upravljanje katastrofama

Svrdlin, M., & Cvetković, V. (2019). Mobilni komunikacioni sistemi i aplikacije od značaja za integrisano upravljanje katastrofama [Mobile communication systems and applications relevant for integrated disaster management]. Vojno delo, 71(7), 164–177. MOBILNI KOMUNIKACIONI SISTEMI I APLIKACIJE OD ZNAČAJA ZA INTEGRISANO UPRAVLJANJE KATASTROFAMA Maja Svrdlin Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd Vladimir M. Cvetković Univerzitet u Beogradu, Fakultet bezbednosti Savremeno upravljanje u katastrofama uslovljava iznalaženje opti- malnih rešenja u pogledu mobilnih komunikacionih sistema i aplika- cija koje se mogu koristiti za unapređivanje efikasnosti sistema zaštite i spasavanja. Multidisciplinarnost i suštinska komplikovanost procesa upra- vljanja rizicima od katastrofa uslovljava korišćenje različitih logističkih alata i opreme. U tom smislu, informaciono-komunikacione tehnologije igraju značajnu ulogu jer one na svojevrstan način podižu nivo sposobnosti ljudi za brzo odlučivanje i smanjuju mogućnosti nastanka različitih grešaka. U radu se opisuju karakteristike i načini korišćenja najpoznatiji mobilnih aplikacija koje se širom sveta koriste u integrisanom upravljanju katastrofa- ma sa ciljem pružanja pomoći i podrške pripadnicima interventno-spasilačkih jedinica i drugim ugroženim građanima. Pored toga, sveobuhvatno se sagle- davaju postojeći i očekivani izazovi i problemi u normalnom funkcionisanju mobilnih komunikacionih sistema i aplikacija u uslovima katastrofa.   Ključne reči: bezbednost, mobilni telefoni, mobilni sistemi, aplikacije, upravljanje, katastrofe Uvod Katastrofe izazvane prirodnim ili tehničko-tehnološkim opasnostima predstavljaju si- tuacije koje nadmašuju sposobnosti lokalnih, regionalnih i nacionalnih entiteta uslo- vljavajući traženje pomoći od međunarodnih organizacija i eksperata (Moe et al., 2007:787). Milijarde ljudi u više od sto država sveta periodično je izloženo barem jednoj ka- tastrofi izazvanoj prirodnom opasnošću (Moe et al., 2007), a do sada ih je identifikovano oko 30 vrsta (Deshmukh et al., 2008). Svaka katastrofa ima razarajuće posledice po ljud- ske živote, ekonomiju, društvenu stabilnost i životnu sredinu. Kako se njihova učestalost i obim na planetarnom nivou svake godine sve više povećava (Warren, 2010), raste i potre- ba da se […]

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Komunikacija o rizicima od katastrofa

Radovanović, M., & Cvetković, V. (2022). Komunikacija o rizicima od katastrofa: Disaster risk communication. In Pravni i bezbednosni aspekti upravljanja rizicima od prirodnih i antropogenih katastrofa (pp. 269–321). Beograd: Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama; Pravni fakultet u Novom Sadu; Međunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa. KOMUNIKACIJA O RIZICIMA OD KATASTROFA Marko Radovanović Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova Republike Srbije, Beograd; mar- ko6r@yahoo.com Vladimir M. Cvetković Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu, Gospodara Vučića 20, Beograd; Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanred- nim situacijama, Dimitrija Tucovića 121, Beograd; Međunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa, Beograd. Korespondencija: vmc@fb.bg.ac.rs Apstrakt:Komunikacija rizika od katastrofa predstavlja jedan od temelјa uspešnog upravlјanja u katastrofama koji se ogleda u smanjenju razarajućih uticaja opasnosti od katastrofa na lјudske živote i imovinu, obezbeđenjem pravovremenih kritičnih infor- macija ugroženim zajednicama. Nedovoljno razvijen sistem indetifikacije, analize i deljenja informacija o rizicima od katas- trofa dovodi do lošeg upravljanja u svim fazama katastrofa (ublažavanje, pripremljenost, odgovor i oporavak). U svakoj od spomenutih faza upravljanja postoje jasni zahtevi za specifičnim informacijama koje omogućavaju efikasno donošenje ključnih i blagovremenih odluka. Razmena informacija o rizicima od ka- tastrofa je pod uticajem velikog broja faktora kao što su stepen naučno-tehnološke razvijenosti, demografskog, sociološkog i psihološkog ambijenta, kao i samih karakteristika prirodnih i antropogenih opasnosti. Polazeći od nesumnjivog značaja informacija o rizicima od katastrofa, autori u preglednom radu identifikuju, analiziraju i sistematizuju relevantne aspekte feno- menoloških dimenzija komunikacije o rizicima od katastrofa. Posebna pažnja posvećena je sveobuhvatnom sagledavanju izvo- ra, subjekata i sredstava komunikacije, sa osvrtom na inovativna rešenja i strategije komunikacije u odgovoru na rizike od prirod- nih i antropogenih katastrofa. Ključne reči: katastrofe, komunikacija, rizici, strategije, izvori, subjekti, sredstva, preporuke. Uvod Imajući uvidu učestalost i ozbilјnost prirodnih i antropogenih katas- trofa, kao i predviđanja o njihovom povećanju usled klimatskih promena, ekonomskog rasta i rasta stanovništva u regionima sklonim katastrofama, […]

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Knowledge of secondary school students in Belgrade as an element of flood preparedness

Cvetković, V., Lipovac, M., & Milojković, B. (2016). Knowledge of secondary school students in Belgrade as an element of flood preparedness. Journal for Social Sciences, TEME, 15(4), 1259–1273. KNOWLEDGE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN BELGRADE AS AN ELEMENT OF FLOOD PREPAREDNESS Vladimir M. Cvetković1*, Milan Lipovac2, Boban Milojković1 1The Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade, Serbia 2University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies, Belgrade, Serbia *vladimir.cvetkovic@kpa.edu.rs Abstract The consequences of the floods that inundated the territory of Serbia in 2014 indicated a high level of citizen unpreparedness to respond to the situation. Starting from this fact, the basic idea of this research is to examine the level and correlation of certain factors with the students’ knowledge about floods as natural disasters. The aim of the research is a scientific explanation of the correlation between students’ knowledge about floods and these factors. The research consisted of a survey conducted on a sample of 3,498 respondents who make up 8.96% of the students population. The respondents were students from 19 secondary schools, out of a total of 54 at the territory of 11 affected municipalities of the city of Belgrade. The research results suggest that flood related knowledge is influenced by the students’ gender, education and employment status of parents, education acquired in school and in the family, while the knowledge of safety procedures for responding to floods is influenced by fear, gender and the educational level of parents. These results can be used in creating educational programme strategies to enhancing preparedness for response. Key words: natural disasters, floods preparedness, secondary schools, knowledge, Belgrade. ЗНАЊЕ УЧЕНИКА СРЕДЊИХ ШКОЛА У БЕОГРАДУ КАО ЕЛЕМЕНТ СПРЕМНОСТИ ЗА РЕАГОВАЊЕ НА ПОПЛАВЕ Апстракт Последице поплава које су захватиле територију Србије током 2014. године указале су на висок ниво неспремности грађана за реаговање у насталој ситуацији. Руководећи […]

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Knowledge of children and youth about forest fires: Discrepancies between basic perception and reality

Cvetković, V. M., Roder, G., Öcal, A., Filipović, M., Janković, B., & Noji, E. (2018). Knowledge of children and youth about forest fires: Discrepancies between basic perception and reality. Vojno delo, 70(1), 171-185. https://doi.org/10.5937/vojdelo1801171C KNOWLEDGE OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH ABOUT FOREST FIRES: DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN BASIC PERCEPTION AND REALITY Vladimir M. Cvetković University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies Giulia Roder University of Padova, Department of Land, Environment, Agriculture and Forestry Adem Öcal Gazi University, Faculty of Education, Ankara, Turkey Marina Filipović University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies Bojan Janković The Academy of Criminalistic and Police Studies, Belgrade, Serbia Eric Noji King Saud University, College of Medicine and University Hospitals,   Riyadh City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Forests have a vital role for all living things. Children understanding of forest phenomena is the important knowledge for various sectors such as educators, policymakers, environmentalists, etc. This paper deals with the factors that affect knowledge and perception of forest fires of stu- dents, aged 10 to 19, in the city of Belgrade. The research was conducted between October 20th, 2013 and February 3rd, 2014. The authors have used a method of surveying students in order to identify and describe the factors affecting their knowledge about forest fires. A total of 3,548 students from 18 schools in Belgrade participated in the survey. The results of the research show that there is a discrepancy between perception and reality that is what students think they know and what they actually know in very basic terms. This set of findings in combination with other findings of moderators repli- cates previous research on the need for educational programs to ensure there is a match between youth confidence about what they know of hazards and their actual knowledge levels. Mismatches between the two could have serious consequences in disaster risk reduction terms. Given basic knowl- edge gaps here, […]

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Knowledge and Perception of Secondary School Students in Belgrade about Earthquakes as Natural Disasters

Cvetković, V., Dragićević, S., Petrović, M., Mijaković, S., Jakovljević, V., & Gačić, J. (2015). Knowledge and Perception of Secondary School Students in Belgrade about Earthquakes as Natural Disasters. Polish Journal of Environmental Studies, 24(4), 1553–1561. Knowledge and Perception of Secondary School Students in Belgrade about Earthquakes as Natural Disasters Vladimir M. Cvetković1*, Slavoljub Dragićević2, Marina Petrović3, Saša Mijalković1, Vladimir Jakovljević4, Jasmina Gačić4 1The Academy of Criminalistics and Police Studies, Cara Dušana 196, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia 2Faculty of Geography, University of Belgrade, Studentski trg 3/III, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia 3Faculty of Economics, University of Belgrade, Kamenička 6, 1100 Belgrade, Serbia 4Faculty of Security, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Received: 5 February 2015 Accepted: 15 March 2015 Abstract The aim of this quantitative research is to determine the perception and actual knowledge of secondary school students in the Belgrade region with respect to earthquakes as a natural disaster and security threat, and to identify the factors that influence their knowledge and perceptions. The authors used a method of survey- ing students to identify and describe the factors that influence student knowledge and perceptions about earth- quakes. For the purpose of this research, a sample of 3,063 students was drawn from the total population of secondary school students in Belgrade (65,561 students), which equates to 4.67% of the population. The results show that the sources of information on natural disasters and their threatening consequences influ- ence the perceptions of secondary school students. In view of the evident lack of education about natural dis- asters in Serbia, the results of this study can be used when creating a strategy for educational programs. This research is the first step in developing and realizing a future strategy for natural disaster management by informing and including public (school population), scientific, and administrative communities in the process. […]

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Ispitivanje znanja učenika o pravilnom načinu postupanju za vreme prirodnih katastrofa

Cvetković, M., & Filipović, B. (2017). Ispitivanje znanja učenika o pravilnom načinu postupanju za vreme prirodnih katastrofa [Examining students’ knowledge on correct behavior during natural disasters]. Bezbjednost, policija, građani, 13(2), 105–120. ИСПИТИВАЊЕ ЗНАЊА УЧЕНИКА О ПРАВИЛНОМ НАЧИНУ ПОСТУПАЊА ЗА ВРЕМЕ ПРИРОДНИХ КАТАСТРОФА Доц. др Владимир М. Цветковић* Марина Филиповић, докторанд Апстракт: Безбедност омладине након последица природних катастрофа директно је условљена њиховим познавањем начина поступања у таквим ситуацијама. Руководећи се тиме, аутори у раду представљају резултате квантитативног истраживања знања ученика о правилном начину поступања за време природних катастрофа. Циљ истраживања представља испитивање статистички значајног утицаја одређених персоналних и срединских фактора на ниво знања ученика о правилном начину поступања. У реализацији истраживања коришћено је анкетно испитивање засновано на вишеетапном случајном узорковању како би се обезбедила одговарајућа репрезентативност. Укупно је анкетирано око 3548 ученика из 18 основних и средњих школа са подручја Београда. Према добијеним резултатима истраживања, утврђено је да би 42,9% испитаника правилно поступило за време земљотреса, 77,9% за време поплава, 69,2% за време клизишта, 92,9% за време суше, 90,2% за време цунамија, 80,2% за време јаких ветрова, 57% за време шумских пожара, и 68,8% за време епидемија. Поред тога, утврђени су различити утицаји персоналних и срединских фактора на правилност поступања за сваку од споменутих природних катастрофа. Резултати истраживања могу бити искоришћени за унапређење безбедности омладине за време природних катастрофа. Кључне речи: природне катастрофе, начин поступања, ученици, безбедност.   * Факултет безбедности, Универзитет у Београду, имејл: vladimir.cvetkovic@kpa.edu.rs. УВОД Природне катастрофе представљају последице међусобних утицаја природних догађаја (геофизички процеси и остале процеси у природи) и људских система (друштвено-економских, културних и физичких) (Gilbert, 1995; Цветковић, 2015). Оне се разликују од природних опасности, које генеришу природне катастрофе тек када угрозе људе и њихова материјална добра (Blaikie, Cannon, Davis, & Wisner, 2004). Последице природних катастрофа имају често разарајући утицај на људе и њихово изграђено окружење (Cvetković & Filipović, 2017). Рецимо, […]

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Integrisani sistem zaštite i spasavanja u vanrednim situacijama – sistem „broj 112 za hitne pozive“

Lipovac, M., & Cvetković, V. M. (2015). Integrisani sistem zaštite i spasavanja u vanrednim situacijama – sistem „broj 112 za hitne pozive“ [Integrated protection and rescue system in emergency situations – the “112 emergency number” system]. Evropsko zakonodavstvo, 13(54), 300–306. Милан ЛИПОВАЦ1 Владимир М. ЦВЕТКОВИЋ2 ИНТЕГРИСАНИ СИСТЕМ ЗАШТИТЕ И СПАСАВАЊА У ВАНРЕДНИМ СИТУАЦИЈАМА – СИСТЕМ „БРОЈ 112 ЗА ХИТНЕ ПОЗИВЕ“ ABSTRACT All member states of the European Union have the Integrated protection and rescue system with „SOS 112“ system, and today this is a technical requirement for countries that are seeking to become the EU members. Although this system is regulated by the Law on Emergency Situations (2009) and National strategy (2011), it has not been implemented in the Republic of Serbia. In this article the authors analyze the importance and benefits of this system and the main reason why it is not implemented so far. Key words: EU strategy, disaster emergency, integrated protecion and rescue system, no. 112 for emergency calls, Republic of Serbia УВОД У Стратегији Европске уније за подршку смањењу ризика од катастрофа у земљама у развоју, усвојенoj у фебруару 2009. године, констатује се да се број природних катастрофа у последњих 30 година увећао за више од шест пута. У том смислу наводи се и податак да су се 1975. године догодиле 73 катастрофе, а 2007. године око 440 и да се овај пораст не односи само на учесталост него и на интензитет катастрофе, изазивајући веће губитке људских живота, већу деградацију животне средине и материјалну штету уопште. У   1 Факултет безбедности, Београд. E-маил: milanlipovac@gmail.com 2 Криминалистичко-полицијска академија, Београд. овој стратегији констатује се и да је ЕУ највећи светски донатор помоћи која је усмерена на пружање подршке земљама у развоју у смањењу ризика од катастрофа (disaster risk reduction), како кроз развојну сарадњу тако и пружањем хуманитарне помоћи, а ради остваривања циљева […]

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Household earthquake preparedness in Serbia: A study of selected municipalities

Cvetković, V. M., Ronan, K., Shaw, R., Filipović, M., Mano, R., Gačić, J., & Jakovljević, V. (2019). Household earthquake preparedness in Serbia: A study of selected municipalities. Acta Geographica, 59(2), 28–42. DOI: https: /doi.org/10.3986/AGS.5445 UDC: 614.8:550.34(497.11) COBISS: 1.01 Household earthquake preparedness in Serbia: A study of selected municipalities ABSTRACT: This article presents the results of a qualitative study of household earthquake and community- level preparedness in Serbia and its relationship to various demographic factors. A series of 1,018 face-to-face interviews were conducted at the beginning of 2017 in eight Serbian municipalities. The results show that the population is generally unprepared, with low percentages of reported enhanced preparedness levels. In addition to presenting its findings, the study also considers future research directions, including using this study as a basis for more detailed research and to assist in facilitating community-led programs and strategies to increase earthquake safety. KEY WORDS: geography, natural hazards, earthquake, preparedness, household, survey, Serbia Pripravljenost gospodinjstev na potrese v Srbiji: Študija izbranih občin IZVLEČEK: V članku so predstavljeni rezultati kvalitativne študije pripravljenosti na potres v gospodinjstvih in na občinski ravni v Srbiji in njeni povezanosti različnimi demografskimi dejavniki. Članek temelji na 1018 intervjujih, ki so bili izvedeni na začetku leta 2017 v osmih srbskih občinah. Rezultati kažejo, da je prebivalstvo na splošno nepripravljeno, z nizkim deležem izboljšane ravni pripravljenosti. Poleg lastnih ugotovitev študija obravnava tudi prihodnje smeri raziskovanja, vključno z uporabo te študije kot temelja za podrobnejše raziskave in za pomoč pri programih, ki jih vodijo skupnosti, ter strategij za povečanje potresne varnosti. KLJUČNE BESEDE: geografija, naravne nesreče, potres, pripravljenost, gospodinjstvo, raziskovanje, Srbija Vladimir M. Cvetković, Marina Filipović, Jasmina Gačić, Vladimir Jakovljević University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies vmc@fb.bg.ac.rs, fmarina@fb.bg.ac.rs, jgacic@sezampro.rs, vjakov@fb.bg.ac.rs Kevin Ronan Central Queensland University, Clinical Psychology School of Human, Health and Social Sciences k.ronan@cqu.edu.au Rajib Shaw Keio University, Graduate […]

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Global Health Risks and Healthcare System Responses in Emergencies

Babić, S., Gačić, J., Nikolić, M., Cvetković, V., & Rašeta, D. (2017). Global Health Risks and Healthcare System Responses in Emergencies. First International Conference on Environmental Safety and Health at Work, Proceedings, Zrenjanin, 16. November, 2017. GLOBALNI RIZICI PO ZDRAVLJE I ODGOVOR ZDRAVSTVENOG SISTEMA U VANREDNIM SITUACIJAMA GLOBAL HEALTH RISKS AND HEALTH CARE SYSTEM RESPONSE IN EMERGENCIES Prof. dr Slađana Jović Babić, Prof.dr Jasmina Gačić, Prof. dr Maja Nikolić, Doc. dr Vladimir Cvetković, Danica Rašeta, Fakultet bezbednosti,Univerzitet u Beogradu ABSTRACT The area of study, research and practice that emphasizes the importance of improving health and achieving equity in health care for the entire human population is defined, in modern terms, as ‘’global health’’. For the most part, this term replaced the one previously used – ‘’international health’’ and focuses on worldwide health improvement, reduction of disparities in access to healthcare and protection in the face of global threats that show no regard to national borders. When it comes to planning, leading and coordinating global health initiatives in response to these threats, the World Health Organization (WHO) is the most important international body. Other agencies that stand out are UNICEF, World Food Programme and the World Bank. Public health security encompasses the activities required, both proactive and reactive, to minimize vulnerability to acute public health events that put the collective health of world populations at risk, and lack of global health security has a negative impact on all aspects of society.New global health threats in the 21st century are pandemicsof infectious diseases, bioterrorism, biological and chemical weapons, foodborne diseases, natural disasters and chemical or radio nuclear events, as well as the health consequences of wars, conflicts, climate change and migrations during last decade. When it comes to emergency situations, they often foster the development of epidemics or pandemicsof infectious diseases as […]

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Gender Differences in Stress Intensity and Coping Strategies among Students – Future Emergency Relief Specialists

Gačić, J., Jović, J. S., Terzić, N., Cvetković, V., Terzić, M., Stojanović, D., & Stojanović, G. (2021). Gender Differences in Stress Intensity and Coping Strategies among Students – Future Emergency Relief Specialists. Military-medical and pharmaceutical review, 78(6), 635–641. O R I G I N A L A R T I C L E   UDC: 159.944.4-057.875 DOI: https://doi.org/10.2298/VSP190705115G     Gender differences in stress intensity and coping strategies among students, future emergency relief specialists Rodne razlike u intenzitetu stresa i mehanizama za kontrolu stresa kod studenata, budućih stručnjaka za pomoć u hitnim slučajevima Jasmina Gačić, Sladjana J. Jović, Negra S. Terzić, Vladimir M. Cvetković, Miloš T. Terzić, Dušan G. Stojanović, Goran R. Stojanović University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security, Belgrade, Serbia Abstract Background/Aim. Assisting students face high academic demands which, together with interpersonal, intrapersonal and professional requirements, can be a significant source of stress. The aim of the study was to examine the intensity and frequency of the source of stress, coping strategies and identify gender differences among students, future assisting professionals. Methods. An observational, cross-sectional study was conducted amongst the students of the University of the Belgrade Faculty of Security (Serbia) who, after grad- uation, will acquire the title of a security manager responsi- ble for human resources in the civil sector. The data were collected in the period October-November 2018. The au- thorized questionnaire SSM-30 by Jović (Stress scale for the young – 30) was used, which enables students to assess the stress situations intensity on a scale from 1 (minimum) to 10 (maximum intensity). The SSM-30 questionnaire is a com- bination of the standard Life Events Scale – Holmes Rashe Life Events Scale, also known as the Social Readjustment Rating Scale and life events characteristic for the student population. The questionnaire also included the sample de- mographic characteristics – […]

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Factors of Vulnerability and Resilience of Persons with Disabilities During Disasters: Challenges and Strategies for Inclusive Risk Reduction

Jevtić, M., Cvetković, V. M., Gačić, J., & Raonić, Z. (2025). Factors of Vulnerability and Resilience of Persons with Disabilities During Disasters: Challenges and Strategies for Inclusive Risk Reduction. International Journal of Disaster Risk Management, 7(1), 91–114. Factors of Vulnerability and Resilience of Persons with Disabilities During Disasters: Challenges and Strategies for Inclusive Risk Reduction Milica Jevtić1, Vladimir M. Cvetković 1,2,3,4*, Jasmina Gačić1,4, Zlatko Raonić3 1 Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management, Dimitrija Tucovića 121, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia, jevtic.milica98@gmail.com. 2 Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security, Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vucica 50, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia; vmc@fb.bg.ac.rs; vladimir.cvetkovic@unileoben.ac.at (V.M.C); jasmina.gacic@fb.bg.ac.rs (J.G). 3 Safety and Disaster Studies, Chair of Thermal Processing Technology, Department of Environmental and Energy Process Engineering, Technical University of Leoben, Austria; zlatko.raonic@unileoben.ac.at. 4 International Institute for Disaster Research, Dimitrija Tucovića 121, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia. * Correspondence: vmc@fb.bg.ac.rs. Received: 5 January 2025; Revised: 10 April 2025; Accepted: 7 May 2025; Published: 30 June 2025.   abstract     keywords   Persons with disabilities (PWDs) are among the most at-risk groups during disaster situations due to various physical, sensory, cognitive, and systemic challenges that hinder their ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises. Although international legal frameworks emphasise their inclusion, people with disabilities (PWDs) often struggle to access essential resources, emergency assistance, and social protections during such events. This study examines both the vulnerabilities and strengths of people with disabilities (PWDs) in disaster risk management, highlighting the crit- ical need for inclusive policies, enhanced accessibility measures, and stronger community-based support systems. It reviews key international, European, and national legal instruments designed to protect the rights of people with disabilities (PWDs) in disaster contexts while identifying gaps in their implementation. Furthermore, the research examines the active role people with disabilities (PWDs) can play in disaster prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery, advocating for their meaningful […]

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Environmental aspects of using nuclear energy

Filipović, M., Cvetković, V., & Nešić, S. (2017). Environmental aspects of using nuclear energy. 40 Years of Higher Education in the Field of Security – Theory and Practice, Ohrid, pp. 30–35. ‌UDK: 621.039-049.7:504 ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF USING NUCLEAR ENERGY Marina Filipović University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies, GospodaraVučića 50, fmarina@fb.bg.ac.rs Vladimir M. Cvetković University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies, GospodaraVučića 50, vmc@fb.bg.ac.rs SlavkoNešić University of Belgrade, Faculty of Mining and Geology, Đušina 7 slavkonesic@yahoo.com Abstract Nuclear technological production of electricity is characterized as a low-carbon technology, which on the one hand, has key importance in terms of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, while on the other hand there are numerous controversies, defensive approach and anxiety due to the danger of nuclear accidents and solving the problem of radioactive waste. Starting from the actuality and importance of the issue of the use of nuclear energy in the context of solving environmental changes, the paper carried out a thorough review of literature. On this occasion, the paper carried out an insight into the existing relevant scientific knowledge in this field and a secondary analysis of the contents of documents of relevant international institutions, which within their competence publish data on the energy state and current emissions of greenhouse gases on a global level. The majority of papers emphasize the advantage of the use of nuclear energy in comparison with the generation of energy in the process of combustion of fossil fuels. It is primarily stated that small amounts of radioactive gases, which are regularly discharged under controlled conditions in the operation of nuclear power plants, cannot produce effects such as acid rain, smog, ozone depletion and do not contribute to an increase in temperature of the troposphere. However, the possibility of producing nuclear accidents and the severity of the consequences if […]

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A survey of subjective opinions of population about seismic resistance of residential buildings

Cvetković, V., Filipović, M., & Jakovljević, V. (2017). A survey of subjective opinions of population about seismic resistance of residential buildings. Geogr. Inst. Cvijic, 67(3), 265–278. www.gi.sanu.ac.rs, www.doiserbia.nb.rs, J. Geogr. Inst. Cvijic. 67(3) (265–278) Original scientific paper UDC: 911.2/911.3(497.11) DOI: https://doi.org/10.2298/IJGI1703265C A SURVEY OF SUBJECTIVE OPINIONS OF POPULATION ABOUT SEISMIC RESISTANCE OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS Vladimir M. Cvetković*1, Marina Filipović*, Vladimir Jakovljević* * University of Belgrade, Faculty of Security Studies, Belgrade, Serbia Received: June 30, 2017; Reviewed: November 24, 2017; Accepted: November 30, 2017 Abstract: The unpredictability and the seriousness of the potential earthquake consequences for people and residential buildings in Serbia imply the need for improving the resilience of local communities. The paper presents the results of a quantitative research regarding the level and factors of influence on the awareness of citizens about the seismic resistance of their residential buildings to earthquake consequences. Multiple-point random sampling was used to survey 1,018 citizens (face to face) during 2017 in 8 local communities: Kraljevo, Lazarevac, Jagodina, Mionica, Prijepolje, Vranje, Lapovo and Kopaonik. The questionnaire consisted of two segments: questions on demographic, socio-economic and psychological characteristics of respondents and questions regarding resistance of residential buildings to earthquake consequences. The results show that 35% of respondents state that they live in residential buildings that are not resistant to earthquakes, while 70.7% state that they live in buildings built of reinforced concrete, which are considered safe. Beside that 9.2% of respondents examined the resistance of their facilities to earthquake consequences. Inferential statistical analyses show that men to a greater extent than women state that their buildings are resistant to earthquake consequences. Starting from the multidimensionality of citizen vulnerability to earthquakes, it is necessary to conduct additional studies and further elucidate the sociological dimension of vulnerability and resilience. Keywords: earthquake, survey, resistance, attitudes, buildings Introduction Earthquakes that represent a […]

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Possibilities of chemical weapons abuse with the intention of terrorist emergency situations

Cvetković, V., Popović, M., Sadiah, A. (2014). Mogućnosti zloupotrebe hemijskog oružja u terorističke svrhe. U S. Mijalković. Beograd: Kriminalističko-policijska akademija, 341-357, ISBN 978-86-7020-302-0, CIP – 343.9.02(082), 343.341(082), 323.28(082), COBISS.SR-ID 212066828. Abstract: Chemical weapons are among the most devastating weapons of mass destruction, characterized by their severe consequences, unpredictability, and diverse mechanisms of action. Historically, such weapons have been considered unethical for warfare and have been subject to strict international prohibitions, including the Geneva Protocol (1925) and the Chemical Weapons Convention (1993). Despite these legal frameworks, terrorist organizations continue to explore means of acquiring, manufacturing, and deploying chemical agents, posing a significant threat to global security. The appeal of chemical weapons for terrorist purposes lies in their hidden action period, ease of dissemination, and ability to create mass casualties with relatively small quantities of toxic agents. Their psychological impact and potential to cause mass panic further enhance their attractiveness for terrorist groups seeking to destabilize societies and exert political pressure. The use of chemical weapons in terrorist attacks could severely undermine national security, disrupt critical infrastructure, and overwhelm healthcare systems due to the extensive medical and decontamination efforts required. The impact of chemical agents varies depending on their chemical structure, toxicity, and dissemination method, making it challenging to establish a universal categorization that encompasses all their essential properties. The effects range from immediate fatalities to long-term health consequences, such as genetic mutations, cancer, neurological disorders, and environmental contamination. This paper provides a detailed examination of chemical weapons, with a particular focus on their historical usage in warfare and peacetime incidents. It classifies different categories of chemical agents, including nerve agents (e.g., sarin, VX), blister agents (e.g., mustard gas, lewisite), choking agents (e.g., chlorine, phosgene), blood agents (e.g., cyanide, hydrogen cyanide), and incapacitating agents (e.g., BZ, LSD derivatives). Special attention is given to their […]

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The Impact of Climate Change on the Protection and Conservation of Biodiversity as a Precondition for Environmental Security in Serbia

Filipović, M., Cvetković, V., & Jakovljević, V. (2017). The impact of climate change on protection and conservation of biodiversity as a precondition of environmental security in Serbia. First International Conference Environmental Safety and Health at Work, Proceedings, Zrenjanin, November 16, 2017. THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON PROTECTION AND CONSERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY AS A PRECONDITION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SECURITY IN SERBIA Marina Filipović Vladimir  M. Cvetković, PhD Vladimir Jakovljević Faculty of Security, University of Belgrade, Gospodara Vučića 50, 11040 Beograd  Abstract: The influence of climate change on biodiversity as a precondition of environmental security is the subject of an increasing number of scientific and expert analyzes around the world. Due to the lack of information on the related effects of climate change and immediate empirical evidences, there may be neglect of the application of adequate measures to mitigate the potentially adverse impact of climate on the maintenance, growth, reproduction and distribution of certain species which can affect the creation of unwanted implication regarding to environemental security. Bearing in mind the significant number of endemic plant and animal species in the territory of the Republic of Serbia, its unique responsibility with regard to the preservation of biodiversity can not be denied. The paper performed a secondary analysis of the key documents and reports that Serbia, as a member state of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Kyoto Protocol, and the signatory country to the Paris Agreement, is obliged to continuously submit to the UNFCCC Secretariat. According to the First National Communication of the Republic of Serbia, the effects of climate change on biodiversity and natural ecosystems are observed that indicate phenological changes, changes in morphology, physiology and species behavior, habitat loss, as well as the emergence of new habitats, changes in the number and distribution of species […]

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Environmental Aspects of Using Nuclear Energy

Filipović, M., Cvetković, V., & Nešić, S. (2017). Environmental aspects of using nuclear energy. International scientific and professional conference 40 years of higher education in the field of security – Theory and Practice, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia. Ohrid, pp. 30-35. Environmental Aspects of Using Nuclear Energy Marina Filipović[1] Vladimir M. Cvetković[2] Slavko Nešić[3]   Abstract Nuclear technological production of electricity is characterized as a low-carbon technology, which on the one hand, has key importance in terms of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, while on the other hand there are numerous controversies, defensive approach and anxiety due to the danger of nuclear accidents and solving the problem of radioactive waste. Starting from the actuality and importance of the issue of the use of nuclear energy in the context of solving environmental changes, the paper carried out a thorough review of literature. On this occasion, the paper carried out an insight into the existing relevant scientific knowledge in this field and a secondary analysis of the contents of documents of relevant international institutions, which within their competence publish data on the energy state and current emissions of greenhouse gases on a global level. The majority of papers emphasize the advantage of the use of nuclear energy in comparison with the generation of energy in the process of combustion of fossil fuels. It is primarily stated that small amounts of radioactive gases, which are regularly discharged under controlled conditions in the operation of nuclear power plants, can not produce effects such as acid rain, smog, ozone depletion and do not contribute to an increase in temperature of the troposphere. However, the possibility of producing nuclear accidents and the severity of the consequences if radioactive isotopes leave the reactor uncontrollably, and the generation of radioactive waste results in a dilemma in the scientific and social […]

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

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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Understanding seismic hazard resilience in Montenegro: A qualitative analysis of community preparedness and response capabilities

Enhancing resilience against seismic hazards in earthquake-prone regions is essential for reducing the devastating impacts of disasters. Seismic resilience refers to a community’s ability to withstand and recover from earthquake impacts, while preparedness gaps are the areas where current measures are insufficient to effectively respond to or mitigate earthquake damage. This study focuses on Montenegro – a region with frequent seismic activity – aiming to assess resilience levels, identify critical gaps in preparedness, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing response strategies. Using qualitative methods, including semi-structured interviews, the research gathered insights from residents of Montenegro’s most vulnerable cities: Nikšić, Podgorica, Bar, Kotor, Cetinje, Budva, Herceg Novi, and Berane. Participants, chosen for their first-hand experience with significant earthquake impacts, provided valuable perspectives on various aspects of resilience, from local government response to individual preparedness. This research revealed significant disparities in resilience across communities: for instance, approximately 62.5% of the respondents highlighted inadequate education as a barrier to effective earthquake preparedness, and only 37.5% reported awareness of basic earthquake response procedures. Furthermore, while some communities, such as urban areas with accessible services, reported higher preparedness levels, rural areas showed deficiencies, with 50% of the respondents from these areas identifying a lack of organized drills and limited public awareness initiatives. These findings underscore the urgent need for community-specific preparedness programs and enhancements in both structural resilience and public education to bolster community readiness effectively. Also, findings highlight the need for customized preparedness programs tailored to specific community needs, alongside improvements in structural safety measures and educational outreach. The study underscores the importance of a comprehensive approach involving detailed risk assessments, community-focused preparedness training, and stronger public awareness initiatives. Furthermore, the study calls for enhanced local government capabilities to sustain proactive response measures, including rapid mobilization of emergency resources and regular disaster simulations, to […]

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