Following up on the insightful discussions held during the 7th session on March 4th from 10:00 to 11:30, the session moderated by Ms Roya Ayazi, NEREUS Secretary General, featured presentations showcasing various initiatives and user cases illustrating how satellite technologies contribute to supporting humanitarian aid efforts.
The focal point of the discussion revolved around examining how the application of space technologies for humanitarian aid purposes can enhance the safety, security, and resilience of societies. Presentations are attached.
Vasileios KALOGIROU from EU Space4Ukraine presented on “Enhancing Humanitarian Support for the Ukrainian People,” shedding light on the crucial role of satellite technologies in providing aid to the Ukrainian population.
Dr. Lorenz Wendt from Paris Lodron University of Salzburg discussed “Earth Observation for Humanitarian Action,” emphasizing the significance of utilizing satellite imagery for effective humanitarian response.
Ahmad Alobaidi from Spatial Services GmbH shared insights on “Remote Sensing for Humanitarian Action,” highlighting the potential of remote sensing technologies in supporting humanitarian efforts worldwide.
Overall, the session provided valuable perspectives on how satellite technologies can be leveraged to address humanitarian challenges, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation in advancing humanitarian aid initiatives.
Watch the full discussion here
