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World Disaster Center


  • Mission

    World Disaster Center's mission is to empower communities by providing life-saving information before, during, and after disasters. We strive to redefine global disaster management by harnessing integrated technologies and collective human intelligence to enable preemptive action, effective response, and sustainable recovery from disasters.

    About Us

    World Disaster Center envisions a world where every community, regardless of how remote or vulnerable, is equipped with the tools and resources necessary to prepare, withstand and recover from disasters, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

    World Disaster Center adopts a holistic approach to disaster management by integrating existing resources and leveraging in-house advanced technologies, creating tailored solutions for local communities, disaster responders, and decision-makers. We bridge the gap between UN agencies, governments, NGOs, private sector, and volunteer networks, while utilizing cutting-edge tools such as AI, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), drones, and real-time data analysis. This synergy facilitates more efficient preparedness, better disaster coordination, and faster recovery, delivering actionable insights when they are most needed.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Disaster Relief
    • Environment & Sustainability
    • Mental Health
    • Science & Technology

    Location & Contact

    • 3147929
    • 1660 Madison Avenue, New York, New York, US

    Current listings

    COMPLIANCE OFFICERAnywhere(Remote)Posted 1 hour ago
    Join the World Disaster Global Expert Roster- Humanitarian Professionals For Disaster ResponseAnywhere(Remote)Posted 7 days ago
    Training and Roster Management Specialist (iNTERNATIONAL Volunteer)Anywhere(Remote)Posted 11 days ago
    Full-Stack Engineer (React + Supabase + APIs)Anywhere(Remote)Posted 13 days ago
    Project Manager (Founding Role) – Michael AppAnywhere(Remote)Posted 13 days ago
    Full-Stack Aerospace / Systems Engineer – Stratospheric Balloon Intelligence NetworkNew York, NYPosted 13 days ago
    Sales RepresentativeAnywhere(Remote)Posted 23 days ago
    Fundraising Coordinator (Part-Time)Anywhere(Remote)Posted 23 days ago
    Research Fellow / Research Officer (Part-Time, Remote)Anywhere(Remote)Posted 23 days ago
    Fundraising Volunteers Needed - Support World Disaster CenterNew York, NYPosted 24 days ago
    Digital Knowledge & Reputation SpecialistAnywhere(Remote)Posted 1 month ago
    Multimedia Content Creator (Video & Photo – Marketing Focus)Anywhere(Remote)Posted 3 months ago
    IT Officer (Systems & Infrastructure)Anywhere(Remote)Posted 3 months ago
    Space Systems Lead / Director (Satellite Program)New York, NYPosted 3 months ago
    Board of Directors – World Disaster Center (WDC)New York, NY(Remote)Posted 3 months ago
    Co-Founder (Growth & Capital) – Fintech / Future Banking InitiativeNew York, USPosted 3 months ago
    Website Design & Development Volunteer - Join Us in Creating Global Impact!Anywhere(Remote)Posted 4 months ago
    Administrative Assistant (2 Open Roles)Anywhere(Remote)Posted 4 months ago
    Partnership OfficerAnywhere(Remote)Posted 4 months ago
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