Organization

Region: Global

Joining Date: October 2024

IOM is committed to ensuring that migration is humane and orderly, benefiting migrants and societies. With extensive experience in addressing climate-induced displacement, through data collection, policy development and community-based interventions, IOM's work directly contributes to the Santiago network's mission of averting, minimizing, and addressing loss and damage associated with climate change impacts, making the organization a valuable partner for climate vulnerable countries.

Expert

Region: Global

Joining Date: December 2024

Joseph Cuthbertson is a Board Member of the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine (WADEM) and has worked in the hospital, humanitarian and prehospital field for the last 20 years. He is also a fellow of The Royal College of Surgeons Facult

Expert

Region: Global

Joining Date: December 2024

Max Möller is a globally recognised flood risk expert with over 25 years of experience in flood studies and mitigation across Australia. As a Senior Principal Flood Engineer, Max leads innovative projects that integrate sustainable solutions to manage flood risks. Passionate about helping vulnerable communities, he is committed to reducing flood impacts in least developed countries and addressing the challenges posed by climate change. Through advanced hydrological modelling, floodplain management, and resilient stormwater systems, Max works to protect lives and create safer, more sustainable futures for flood-prone regions worldwide

Expert

Region: Global

Joining Date: December 2024

Dr. Nicodemus Nyandiko has extensive research experience spanning over 20 years, focusing on food security, disaster risk reduction, and climate mobility. He is a Senior Lecturer and Chair of the Department of Disaster Management and Sustainable Development at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya. He is a former member of the Africa Science and Technology Advisory Group for DRR, the founder and Co-Chair of the Climate Mobility Africa Research Network, and a member of the Platform on Disaster Displacement’s Advisory Committee.

Expert

Region: Global

Joining Date: December 2024

Dr. Peter Williams is an expert in disaster risk reduction (DRR), city resilience, and climate risk management. He led the development of the UN City Disaster Resilience Scorecard, used by 400+ cities globally, as well as several additional tools, and cha

Expert

Region: Asia

Joining Date: December 2024

Rajeev Kumar Jha is an experienced professional specializing in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and addressing loss and damage. He focuses on building climate resilience through innovative solutions such as drone technology for hazard analysis, community-driven mangrove restoration, and grassroots mobilization. Rajeev’s expertise in policy advocacy and community engagement empowers vulnerable populations to adapt and recover from climate impacts. His work contributes to enhancing local capacities and bridging gaps between policies and practice, as well as mitigating climate risks and supporting communities in addressing loss and damage.  

Expert

Region: Global

Joining Date: October 2024

Rajib Ghosal is an expert in international relations and climate change. With a background on climate justice, he has strong knowledge of challenges and equitable solutions related to loss and damage, particularly for marginalized children; women; youth; Indigenous Peoples; ethnic minorities; the elderly; and people with disabilities. Rajib has 28 years progressively responsible experience working across the humanitarian response, development and climate change nexus. He has worked with multi-lateral climate funds, multi-lateral development banks, United Nations agencies, international non-profits, treaty-based organizations and global/regional civil society coalitions. 

Organization

Region: Asia

Joining Date: October 2024

SEEDS is dedicated to building resilience among vulnerable communities by implementing innovative solutions for disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. Through community-led initiatives, capacity building and sustainable development practices, SEEDS aims to mitigate the impacts of disasters and climate change, especially for marginalized populations. By aligning with the Santiago network, SEEDS contributes to global efforts to provide technical assistance and foster partnerships that enhance resilience and adaptive capacities in vulnerable regions.

Organization

Region: Asia

Joining Date: October 2024

ESCAP is the most inclusive intergovernmental platform in the Asia-Pacific region. It promotes cooperation among its 53 member States and 9 associate members in pursuit of solutions to sustainable development challenges. ESCAP is one of the five regional commissions of the United Nations.

Organization

Region: Global

Joining Date: December 2024

WFP is the largest humanitarian agency saving lives in emergencies and using assistance to help communities become self-sufficient and resilient to shocks. Powered by the passion, dedication and professionalism of 23,000 staff worldwide, WFP is present in over 120 countries. We bring life-saving food to people displaced by conflict and made destitute by disasters, and help communities find life-changing solutions to build better futures. WFP is committed to providing effective loss and damage solutions to support people living on the frontlines of the climate crisis.