
Dr. Wendra, dr., M.Kes.,FIHFAA, PAK(K)
As one of the largest archipelagos in the world, Indonesia has a lot of beautiful natural scenery and the potential for disaster. Indonesia's location, surrounded by the “Ring of Fire, ” provides the potential for natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions. In addition, Indonesia also has experienced earthquakes, floods, landslides, tsunamis in some areas, and extreme weather. A vast population with various characteristics also makes Indonesia prone to man-made disasters such as riots, air and water pollution, and fire. For example, we grieved with the Kanjuruhan Tragedy in East Java last year. In 2024, the Faculty of Medicine Universitas Jendral Achmad Yani reached its 32th anniversary. As a commitment to practicing the Tri Dharma of Higher Education this year, we also held “The International Major Incident Emergency Responses.” There will be an International Jamboree which is focusing on disaster management. Both international and national experts will attend and provide knowledge updates and workshops on disaster management. We hope this event will benefit all participants and improve people’s awareness, skills, and knowledge of disaster management. Lastly, we welcome all the participants. May God Almighty bless us in any way.