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The Societal Security Research Center supports preparedness and response globally through expertise, research, and training. We offer training and workshops for public health practitioners and researchers.
FOR PRACTITIONERS
SSRC provides practitioner tools and resources that enable evidence-based rapid response. Through innovative digital solutions, we help public health professionals develop effective risk and communication strategies, enhance information flow, and foster collaboration with interdisciplinary experts.
Access toolkits and practical models created for practitioners.
FOR RESEARCHERS
Our team researches best practices for rapid response to risks and crises to develop reliable tools that ensure practitioners receive timely, relevant information to strengthen evidence-based interventions.
Read about the latest publications on risk and crisis communication.
TRAINING & WORKSHOP
We offer comprehensive training in building capacity, skills, and knowledge about risk and crisis communication. Our programs are designed for governments, NGOs, public health professionals, and practitioners seeking to strengthen their capacity in emergency preparedness and response. Training covers evidence-based strategies, practical tools, and the latest best practices to enhance effective communication, community involvement, and the management of health information during crises.
About the SSRC
Our Launch
Established in 2025, the SSRC aims to build an international collaboration and resource network. Launched at Kristiania University of Applied Sciences and in support of the WHO/ Europe Collaborating Centre on Risk Communication, Community Engagement, and Infodemic Management (RCCE-IM) hosted by Kristiania, the SSRC provides research and training to support Preparedness 2.0 principles, translating research to action, promoting community-driven research, and supporting capacity building for broad risk and crisis communication practice.
International Partners
Our Contribution to Preparedness 2.0
Tools for Rapid Response Research & Translating Research to Action
Developing valid and reliable rapid response tools for research and intervention development that ensure that practitioners get the information they need when they need it to improve evidence-led risk and crisis communication interventions.
Delivering innovative digital solutions to improve the flow of information and collaboration between public health and interdisciplinary scholars to develop comprehensive risk response strategies.
Promoting Community-Driven Research to Improve Interventions
Promoting community-driven research to improve engagement strategies and tailor interventions to different populations.
Building an international collaborative network of scholars, practitioners, and organizations all interested in improving risk and crisis communication theory and practice to deliver actionable research to enhance interventions supporting self/other protective behavior during emergencies
Supporting Capacity Building for Risk and Crisis Response
Supporting capacity-building for risk and crisis communication professionals globally to ensure that health authorities are well-equipped to implement effective strategies.
This will involve innovative digital solutions, developing and delivering training designed for risk and crisis communication capacity building, and providing ad hoc expert feedback on emergent issues related to societal security.
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