News GEM Foundation Chosen Among Ten Innovators for Hunger-Free and Resilient World By: Dec 14, 2023 Nov 20, 2023 Share Facebook LinkedIn November 20, 2023. The Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation has been selected among 10 pioneering teams recognised by the World Food Programme Innovation Accelerator for their focus on crisis relief and resilience, contributing to a hunger-free world. This initiative aims to enhance global efforts toward a safer and stronger world by addressing acute food insecurity while promoting community resilience. With an astounding 1400+ applications from 122 countries, the selection process identified GEM Foundation's commitment to seismic safety and community resilience among the groundbreaking innovations. GEM's efforts align with this critical initiative, amplifying seismic safety measures and strengthening community resilience in earthquake-prone areas. Vitor Silva, Head of Risk Engineering expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, “Being selected among numerous applicants reflects the value of GEM products to identify vulnerable communities, and act rapidly when destructive events occur. Our focus with the World Food Programme will be in aligning GEM models and tools with their existing framework.” GEM looks forward to participating in the WFP Innovation Pitch Event on February 16, 2024. This recognition not only acknowledges GEM's dedication to seismic safety but also affirms its role in contributing to a world where no one suffers from hunger. To learn more about the initiative and the selected teams, visit: https://wfpinnovation.medium.com/from-relief-to-resilience-ten-groundbreaking-innovations-for-a-hunger-free-and-sustainable-world-f014a4217b2e . No images found. GALLERY 1/0 VIDEO RELATED CONTENTS

News GEM Showcases Vision for Seismic Resilience at INGV’s 25th Anniversary By: Dec 17, 2024 Oct 29, 2024 Share Facebook LinkedIn In a significant milestone for the earthquake science community, the Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia (INGV), Italy, commemorated its 25th anniversary with a series of seminars and a special issue of its journal, the Annals of Geophysics. As part of this celebration, the Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation was invited to contribute a paper, highlighting the longstanding collaboration between the two institutions. “GEM’s collaboration with INGV and its contributions to the Annals of Geophysics reflect our shared commitment to advancing earthquake science and promoting global seismic risk reduction,” said Licia Faenza, Researcher, National Earthquake Centre - INGV . “Their participation in INGV’s 25th year underscores the value of partnerships in addressing seismic challenges.” GEM Secretary General Helen Crowley authored the paper, “A Brief Overview of the Past, Present, and Future of the Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation,” which explores GEM’s evolution from a groundbreaking initiative to a leading authority in seismic hazard and risk modeling. Presented in Rome on October 29, 2024, and live streamed on YouTube, the paper highlighted GEM’s significant impact on global disaster risk reduction efforts. “The INGV’s milestone year provided a platform to reflect on GEM’s contributions over the past 15 years and share our vision for the future,” said Helen, whilst reflecting on her presentation. “As the challenges of seismic risk grow more complex, GEM remains committed to building resilience through innovation, collaboration, and practical solutions.” Past, Present, and Future: The Paper’s Key Highlights The paper begins by revisiting GEM’s incorporation in 2009 as a global public-private partnership with the bold ambition of democratising seismic risk information. It reflects on how GEM’s collaborative framework brought together scientists, engineers, and policymakers from diverse backgrounds to develop the first truly global seismic hazard and risk models. These efforts culminated in the first release of the Global Seismic Hazard and Risk Maps in 2018, a landmark achievement that remains a reference for risk managers worldwide. At present, GEM’s work has evolved to address emerging challenges. Initiatives such as the Global Seismic Hazard Mosaic and regional collaborations including those with the USGS and INGV demonstrate GEM’s commitment to enhancing hazard models and extending coverage to underserved regions. On the risk front, GEM’s Global Seismic Risk Model provides critical insights into the potential impacts of earthquakes, helping decision-makers prioritise mitigation efforts and allocate resources effectively. Equally significant is the organisation’s focus on developing tools that are both scientifically robust and accessible to stakeholders, exemplified by the OpenQuake engine, which supports applications ranging from earthquake scenarios to risk-informed policymaking. Looking ahead, the paper outlines an ambitious vision guided by three core strategic objectives for the next five years. First, GEM is committed to enhancing and expanding its Global Seismic Hazard and Risk Models to address new and emerging challenges, ensuring they remain a vital resource for policymakers and engineers worldwide. Second, strengthening partnerships with diverse stakeholders - government agencies, academic institutions, and private organisations - remains central to promoting disaster risk reduction and integrating seismic risk into broader climate resilience efforts. Finally, GEM emphasises the development of educational resources and training programs tailored to the needs of high-risk, low-resource regions, empowering communities and decision-makers with the knowledge and tools to reduce seismic risk. The organisation also plans to leverage advances in technology, such as AI, to refine hazard and risk assessments further. An invitation to Join the Effort GEM’s participation in the INGV anniversary underscores the power of partnerships in advancing seismic resilience. The event provided a unique opportunity to highlight how GEM’s work complements the efforts of public sector institutions managing disaster risk. For disaster risk managers and policymakers, the paper serves as an invitation to collaborate and get to know how GEM’s data, tools, and expertise are designed to support evidence-based decision-making, from local earthquake preparedness measures to national seismic risk assessments. The full paper can be accessed here , and the presentation is available on YouTube . Visit or contact us at www.globalquakemodel.org/get-involved or email us at info@globalquakemodel.org if you are interested in understanding GEM’s Global Seismic Hazard and Risk Models, learning about regional applications, or exploring tools like the OpenQuake engine, we can provide a session designed to fit your context. 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GEM offers flexible mechanisms to enable potential partners to contribute to its ongoing and future work programs. GET INVOLVED GEM offers flexible mechanisms to enable potential partners to contribute to its ongoing and future work programs. Partners and collaborators can enter into sponsorships, project partnerships and service agreements, and can select the level of engagement based on their needs and requirements. GEM’s sponsorship structure and fees have been designed to incentivize the participation of public and private organizations. Share Facebook LinkedIn Projects in Collaboration with Partners ... ... View Public Sponsorship Scheme Private Sponsorship Scheme Partnership Opportunity Application Anchor 2 Partner with GEM: Public Sponsorship Opportunities Collaborate with a global network dedicated to advancing seismic risk assessment and resilience. GEM’s Public Sponsorship Scheme provides public institutions with access to state-of-the-art hazard, exposure, and risk models, as well as opportunities for training, technical collaboration, and participation in strategic initiatives. In addition to leveraging GEM’s expertise and resources, public sponsors gain valuable connections with private sector leaders and academic institutions worldwide, strengthening partnerships and promoting knowledge exchange. By supporting GEM, public institutions can enhance their risk assessment capabilities, contribute to global disaster risk reduction efforts, and help build a more resilient future. Public sponsors can choose from three levels of engagement: Note: the minimum fees in the table below apply only to sponsors who sign up for three years or more. Sponsor Type Annual Minimum Contribution (k EUR) Voting Rights Attends Meetings and Events Other Benefits Governor Plus* 100k Yes Yes Option to assign up to 50% of sponsorship fees to a collaborative project (subject to GB approval) Membership to annual work-plan steering group Governor** 30k Yes Yes Governor*** ( via the Partnership Opportunity Application ) N/A Yes Yes Governor Plus* – A premier sponsorship tier offering full engagement in GEM’s governance and strategic initiatives, with the option to allocate up to 50% the sponsorship fees to a specific collaborative project, and to be a member of the annual work-plan steering group. Governor** – A standard sponsorship level that grants voting rights on the Governing Board, access to GEM’s data, tools, and meetings, and participation in decision-making processes. Governor (via the Partnership Opportunity Application)*** – A merit-based sponsorship awarded to select public institutions based on their contributions to seismic risk reduction. Instead of financial contributions, these organisations provide strategic value through expertise, data sharing, or capacity-building efforts. Application Form Partner with GEM: Private Sponsorship Opportunities Join a global network of industry leaders advancing seismic risk assessment and resilience. GEM’s Private Sponsorship Scheme offers exclusive access to advanced hazard, exposure, and risk models, along with tailored training and collaboration opportunities. Sponsors can choose from different levels of engagement, including Governor, Advisor, and Small Business Advisor Sponsor, each offering unique benefits. In addition to direct access to GEM’s cutting-edge resources, private sponsors can engage with leading public institutions and academic partners worldwide, exchanging knowledge and contributing to meaningful advancements in earthquake risk reduction. By supporting GEM, private companies can enhance their risk management strategies, gain valuable insights, and contribute to a safer, more resilient world. Private Sponsor Types and Contributions: Note: the minimum fees in the table below apply only to sponsors who sign up for three years or more. Sponsor Type Annual Minimum Contribution (k EUR) Voting Rights Attends Meetings and Events Other Benefits Governor 100 Yes Yes Membership to annual work-plan steering group Advisor 75 No Yes Small Business Advisor Sponsor Option 1: Small Business Advisor Sponsor 35 No No Option 2: Start-up Business Advisor Sponsor 25/50/75* No No Option 3: Shared Advisor Sponsor 75 No No Option 1: Small Business Advisor Sponsor - for businesses of <50 employees and gross revenue of < 8M euro per year. The fees are 35k euro per year for a minimum of three years. If the number of employees or revenue exceed the threshold amount in a given year, the fees for subsequent years increase to the Standard Advisor level of 75K euros/year. These criteria must hold for full duration of the sponsorship. Option 2: Start-up Business Advisor Sponsor - for businesses of <50 employees and gross revenue of < 8M euro per year that anticipate growth in subsequent years. The fees are 150K for a three-year commitment, with contributions of 25K, 50K and 75K in respective years. If growth is not realized in the third year (i.e., does not exceed the employee and revenue limit), the fees for the final year revert to those for Small Business Advisor Sponsor (35,000 euro per year). Option 3: Shared Advisor Sponsor - for businesses of <50 employees and gross revenue of < 8M euro per year . The fees are 75K per year for three years pooled between up to three small business organizations. One organization is designated as the focal point for communication with GEM and participation in meetings. These criteria must hold for all partners for the full duration of the sponsorship. Opportunity Public Sector Partnership Opportunity with the GEM Foundation Important Dates Overview The Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation is committed to advancing earthquake risk assessment, modeling, and mitigation efforts worldwide. As part of our mission to strengthen global collaboration, we are offering a unique opportunity for public organizations to join GEM’s Governing Board as Public Governors. While GEM’s Public Governors typically contribute annual sponsorship fees, selected public sector partners under this opportunity will instead be granted Public Governor status (for a period of 3 years) based purely on merit, strategic alignment, and contributions to seismic risk reduction. Through this partnership, Public Governors will gain access to GEM’s global network, research, and tools, contributing to and benefiting from the advancement of earthquake risk knowledge. We invite interested public organizations to submit a proposal outlining their commitment and potential contributions to GEM’s mission using the template provided below. Process Deadline Submission of Application 23:59 CEST, 24th May 2025 Scoring of applications by GEM Selection Committee 15th June 2025 Discussion of ranked applications at the GEM Governing Board Meeting 26th - 27th June 2025 Possible requests for further information Jul - Aug 2025 Selection of winning applicant(s) end of Sept 2025 Approval of winning applicant(s) at GEM Governing Board meeting 4th - 5th Dec 2025 (TBC) Opportunity ID Current and Previous Awardees Deadline Year Instructions PublicGEMOpp-2025 Applications now closed by 23:59 hrs (CEST) on 24th May 2025 2025 - 2028 Download Download the instructions from the table above and click on the row to download the application template, view the FAQs and announcements and updates. Fill in the form below to download the Application Template Applicant Information PublicGEMOpp-2025 Deadline: May 24, 2025 Application Template OK Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Important Updates and Announcements Last updated on: March 14, 2025 at 8:44:20 AM A webinar to present Public Partnership Opportunities with the GEM Foundation is set for Thursday April 10, 2025 at 13:00 CEST. This will also be an occasion to ask questions related to the Call for Applications. Why We Support GEM Sibylle Steimen Private Allianz Allianz is committed to apply science to understand, manage and estimate the costs of natural hazards. We see the engagement with GEM as a great opportunity to expand our network of partners with whom we want to push the boundaries of understanding natural perils worldwide Heidi Tremayne Public Earthquake Engineering Research Insitute-EERI As a non-government organization committed to increasing earthquake resilience in communities worldwide, we applaud GEM's efforts to make critical data and tools available to the scientific community and to the public at large. The new global hazard and risk models will undoubtedly help us better understand and prepare for earthquakes, and we look forward to incorporating them into our ongoing advocacy efforts. Daniela Di Bucci Public Civil Protection Department - Italy As a public sponsor of GEM, we are proud to support the development of the new global earthquake hazard and risk models, which will help us better understand and prepare for the impacts of earthquakes on our communities and economies. 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5

News USAID-GEM project aims to build capacity for urban earthquake risk assessment in Latin America and the Caribbean region By: Dec 18, 2019 Share Facebook LinkedIn TREQ project locations USAID through OFDA recently signed an agreement with GEM in the implementation of Training and Communication for Earthquake Risk Assessment or TREQ project. TREQ is designed to demonstrate how earthquake hazard and risk assessment can inform decision makers in the development of risk reduction policies, as well as how earthquake risk can be properly communicated to stakeholders and the public in general. The project will run from 2019-2021 in the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region covering the following locations: Quito (Ecuador), Cali (Colombia), and Santiago de los Caballeros (Dominican Republic) for earthquake hazard and risk assessment in urban centres. For the training, educational and communication component, activities will involve the general public and academics in Latin America and The Caribbean, Asia and Africa. The project targets a wide spectrum of stakeholders, categorized into four main groups: decision-makers and public authorities, practitioners and engineers; researchers and academia; and the general public. TREQ will be formally launched in Quito, Ecuador in early 2020. Sign up to receive future updates on the project activities . No images found. GALLERY dsc04086jpg dsc04084jpg dsc04057jpg dsc04086jpg 1/17 Gallery VIDEO RELATED CONTENTS

OpenQuake Engine certified user page This is to certify that Houda Delleci has successfully completed the requirements to become a Certified OpenQuake Engine User for Scenario Assessment demonstrating the required knowledge and skills as assessed by the Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation. GEM Foundation Secretary General Helen Crowley (signed) Date of Completion: Valid until: September 12, 2025 September 11, 2028

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Collaboration and openness – keys to success of the global earthquake model EVENT SUMMARY GLOBAL EARTHQUAKE MODEL 2018 A Step Toward Earthquake Resilience 5th of December 2018 | 0900h - 1800h CAR College, Pavia, Italy Collaboration and openness – keys to success of the global earthquake model GEM scientists presented the global earthquake hazard and risk maps in Pavia, Italy to more than 130 delegates around the world from public, private and academic organizations that participated in the GEM2018 launch on December 5th. The maps and the underlying data behind them will enhance global disaster risk reduction strategies according to representatives of UNISDR and World Bank/GFDRR. “This is a great contribution towards putting to the public an open data, collaborative effort with many partners on the best available data on earthquake risk around the world,” said Ricardo Mena UNISDR Chief of Support and Monitoring of Sendai Framework Implementation. Emma Phillips, Senior Disaster Risk Management Specialist from GFDRR’s Innovation Lab added, “These products and tools that are coming out of GEM can really help in the process of making informed decisions. The way we think about risk in an open data aspect is very useful when we engage with our clients because we are able to rely on this open information that GEM provides.” GEM, a non-profit organization that started as a pilot project in 2009, has collaborated with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver the global maps, data and analysis tools – bannered by the OpenQuake engine, the software used to run calculations and build the global mosaic of models. Marco Pagani, GEM Hazard Team Leader, presented the global earthquake hazard map , the first of its kind since GSHAP was presented in 1999, highlighting the differences and similarities as well as the methods and tools used to complete the new map. Vitor Silva, GEM Risk Team Leader, presented the global earthquake risk map comprised of national and regional exposure and vulnerability models. It is the most comprehensive global assessment of earthquake risk to date. The products released at the event are as follows: 1. Hazard and risk maps (print and PDF/PNG downloadable files) 2. Interactive map tool Global hazard map with PGA value for selected cell Global exposure with number & value of buildings per country Global risk map with average annual economic losses per country, link to risk profile 3. V1.0 Country Profiles for around 120 countries (PDF download) 4. Updated Active Fault Database (on github) 5. Updated vulnerability Database (300 functions) “The GEM family is very pleased with the products that have been released today. But the more significant achievement was the process on how we got here, the principles that guided us: collaboration, credibility, openness and public good,” said John Schneider – GEM Secretary General. More products and enhancements are planned for the next two years such as the availability of all the models in OpenQuake engine, improved exposure data and vulnerability functions as well as updated Country Risk Profiles. Peer-reviewed technical papers for the many contributions to the earthquake hazard and risk models will be published in a special issue of Earthquake Spectra in early 2020. LINKS Event Details Feedback Contact Us 1. Introduction & Agenda 2. Participants 3. How we built the maps and models Global Earthquake Hazard overview (53MB ) Global Earthquake Risk overview (435MB ) 4. Featured Presentations Urban risk and resilience Developing an urban earthquake risk assessment capability and applications to cities in Colombia (7.9MB ) Developing a National Earthquake Resilience Strategy for Canada (13MB ) Disaster impact and closing the protection gap Impacts and lessons from the recent Indonesian earthquakes in Lombok and Palu, Indonesia (55MB ) Closing the protection gap for developing countries (2.1MB ) 5. Global Maps , Country Profiles and Interactive Viewer 6. GEM2018 Highlights (video) 7. GEM2018 Full Video (playlist) Introduction Global Earthquake Hazard presentation Global Earthquake Risk Presentation Developing an urban earthquake risk assessment capability and applications to cities in Colombia Developing a National Earthquake Resilience Strategy for Canada Impacts and lessons from the recent Indonesian earthquakes in Lombok and Palu, Indonesia Closing the protection gap for developing countries Panel 1: Uses for the maps and models Panel 2: Drivers and demands for the maps and models Panel 3: Future Directions for models Exploring the maps Breakout Sessions GEM-Chinese Earthquake Administration MoU signing, and Closing Remarks 8. Flickr Photos Set 1 | Set 2 9. 5thDEC Press Release & Online News 10. Post Event Interviews 11. GEM2018 Breakout Sessions with Prof. Iain Stewart GEM2018 In Photos Set 1 Set 2 Photo credit: Ivan Sarfatti

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October 22, 2020 1600-1730 CEST the openquake 10 year anniversary webinar Read article Background The OpenQuake Engine is at the foundation of GEM’s hazard and risk assessment capability and is a hallmark of GEM’s open framework and global collaboration network. Since its first release 10 years ago, the OQ Engine has become the primary analysis tool used by a wide range of scientists and engineers worldwide for the analysis of earthquake hazard and risk at scales from site-specific and urban through to national, regional and global. Purpose To celebrate GEM’s and the OQ communities’ achievements in developing OQ and applying it to analyze seismic hazard and risk worldwide. To explore current capabilities and future directions in the development of the software and its applications. speakers John Schneider GEM Secretary General Marco Pagani GEM Hazard Laurentiu Danciu ETH Zurich Yufang Rong FM Global, USA Vitor Silva GEM Risk Murray Journeay NRCan, Canada Ana Beatriz Acevedo EAFIT Univ, Colombia agenda October 22, 2020 1600-1730 CEST topic speaker Introduction and brief history OQ Engine Hazard: past, present and future Working with the OQ Engine for site-specific, national and regional hazard assessment Seismic hazard analysis for engineering-based insurance applications OQ Engine Risk: past, present and future Building a national risk model for Canada Urban Risk Assessment in Colombia Questions and Answers, wrap-up John Schneider Marco Pagani Laurentiu Danciu Yufang Rong Vitor Silva Murray Journeay Ana Beatriz Acevedo John Schneider brochures presentations video a decade of serving oq engine to analize seismic hazard & risk to reduce losS of lives and properties for a safer and resilient future.

Publications Understanding GEM's potential beneficiaries Share Facebook LinkedIn Download 2012 | Report The Global Earthquake Model (GEM) Foundation is now at a point in its organizational history when it is ready to begin developing tools and resources for individuals who are not earthquake risk assessment experts. The research project described in this report was designed to learn about the needs of these individuals worldwide, in order to provide information that could help to guide GEM’s future tool and resource development. This project is an important initiative, as user needs are often not assessed prior to the development of scientific or technical tools. That lack of user needs assessment has contributed to a gap between what decision-makers and end users say that they want from science and technology, and what science and technology offer to decision-makers and end users. Fortunately, the gulf between scientific communities and policy-maker and practitioner communities is not so great that it cannot be overcome. Engaging in dialogue and needs assessments—such as the one described in this report—across the divide is one of the best ways to begin to build bridges between these communities.