About Us

The Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management (SPS-DRM)(Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama) is a dynamic, non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the field of disaster risk management. Established for an indefinite period, our mission is to elevate the theoretical knowledge base, conduct cutting-edge quantitative and qualitative research, organize impactful national and international conferences, launch and manage academic journals, deliver comprehensive training programs, and perform thorough risk assessments, along with other academic activities in this vital field. Recognizing the immeasurable importance and pivotal role of non-governmental organizations and civil society in disaster risk management, including their proactive contributions to public policy, risk reduction actions, advocacy for enhanced preparedness and resilience, aid to affected individuals, and collaboration with emergency response services, Prof. Dr. Vladimir M. Cvetković founded NSDR-URVS on June 15, 2018. This organization unites scientists and practitioners from Serbia and the region to collectively advance theoretical and empirical principles and support local decision-makers and leaders in managing disaster situations effectively.

The Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management (NSDR-URVS) is led by President Prof. Dr. Vladimir M. Cvetković, with Anja Beli serving as the Secretary. NSDR-URVS boasts a diverse membership of over 2,000 individuals, including professors from all state and private universities and faculties in Serbia, scientific researchers, practitioners (such as members of the police force, fire and rescue units, emergency medical services, military, and security-related NGOs), as well as students and young professionals directly or indirectly involved in research and practical activities related to emergency situations. Membership is open to all interested individuals and can be obtained by filling out the application form available on our website and submitting it via the Society’s email. Join us and be part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing the field of disaster risk management.

To further enhance our scientific endeavors, on December 21, 2020, we adopted the Statute and established the International Institute for Disaster Research. This institute serves as a hub for basic, applied, and developmental scientific research in disaster risk management. Our research spans various crucial areas, including disaster and hazard phenomenology, preparedness and risk mitigation, protection and rescue operations, disaster recovery, international cooperation, and legal frameworks related to disasters. We are committed to exploring innovative solutions and sharing our findings to build a safer, more resilient world.

Goals of SPS-DRM

The Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management (SPS-DRM) is committed to achieving several key objectives. Firstly, it focuses on conducting research in the field of disaster studies. This includes undertaking comprehensive studies to understand the various facets of disasters and their management. Secondly, the Society aims to establish and manage an international journal, specifically the International Journal of Disaster Risk Management, to facilitate the dissemination of research findings and advancements in the field. Additionally, SPS-DRM is dedicated to preparing, applying for, and implementing national and international projects on various aspects of disaster risk management. This involves collaborating with various stakeholders to secure funding and support for impactful projects. The Society also prioritizes the promotion, design, implementation, and improvement of preventive measures against disasters, ensuring communities are better prepared and resilient.

Another crucial objective is raising public awareness. SPS-DRM develops and executes campaigns, programs, and plans to enhance public understanding of the necessity for improved disaster preparedness. This includes educating the public on best practices and safety measures. Furthermore, the Society organizes national and international scientific conferences on disaster risk management, providing a platform for knowledge exchange and networking among professionals. Conducting expert risk assessments and developing protection and rescue plans for emergency situations are also vital goals. These activities ensure that there are robust plans in place to mitigate the impact of disasters. Moreover, SPS-DRM is committed to organizing and conducting various forms of training, courses, seminars, and other educational activities for citizens, students, and employees in interested institutions. These programs are designed to enhance skills and knowledge in disaster risk management. Lastly, the Society performs other tasks in accordance with the law and its Statute, ensuring compliance and alignment with broader regulatory and organizational frameworks. Through these comprehensive efforts, SPS-DRM aims to significantly contribute to the field of disaster risk management and improve community resilience.

President of Scientific-professional society for disaster risk management (SPS-DRM)

Vice Presidents of the Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management

Vice President for International Cooperation
Prof. Dr. Aleksandar Ivanov
Faculty of Security—Skopje, University St. Kliment Ohridski Bitola, 7000 Bitola, North Macedonia
Vice President for Emergency Training
Davor Petrović, potpukovnik policije
Kriminalističko-policijski univerzitet, Beograd

Members of the Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management

Harald Raupenstrauch
Safety and Disaster Studies, Chair of Thermal Processing Technology, Department of Environmental and Energy Process Engineering, Montanuniversitaet Leoben, Austria.
Full professor Eric Noji
University Professor, Emergency Medicine, King Saud University Hospitals and College of Medicine, Washington, D.C., USA
Professor & Director, Naim Kapucu, Ph.D.
School of Public Administration, University of Central Florida, 4364 Scorpius Street, USA
Damon P. Coppola
Disaster Management Specialist, Pacific Disaster Center, and Principal, Shoreline Risk, Hawaii, USA
Assoc. Prof. Adem Ocal, PhD
Independent researcher from Ankara, 06500, Turkey
Assoc. Prof. Adem Ocal, PhD
Independent researcher from Ankara, 06500, Turkey
Assoc. Prof. Rita Mano, PhD
Department of Human Services, University of Haifa, Mount Carmel, Haifa 31995, Israel
Assist. profesor Blaz Komac
Head of the Department of natural hazards, Anton Melik Geographical Institute ZRC SAZU, Slovenia
Assoc. Prof. Aleksandar Ivanov
Faculty of Security-Skopje, University of Bitola , Macedonia
Igal M. Shohet
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Department of Structural Engineering, Beersheba, Israel
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Giulia Roder, PhD
University of Padova, Agripolis, viale dell’Università 16, 35020 Legnaro, Italy
Professor Kevin Ronan
Clinical Psychology School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, CQUniversity, Rockhampton, Australia
Jovica Mijajlović
Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova Sektor za vanredne situacije
Prof. dr Hatidza Beriša
Univerzitet odbrane RS, Vojna akademija Beograd
Prof. dr Dejan Filipović
Univerzitet u Beogradu, Geografski Fakultet
Živko Kulić
Redovni profesor Pravnog fakulteta Univerziteta Privredna akademija u Novom Sadu
Dr Branislava B. Matić
Naučni Saradnik, Institut za vodoprivredu "Jaroslav Černi"
Dr Snežana Knežević, vanredni profesor
Fakultet organizacionih nauka, Univerzitet u Beogradu, Katedra za fin. men. i racun.,
Dr Martin Matijašević
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Kapetan Vlado Vukas
Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova, Kapetan vatrogasno-spasilčkog broda
Prof. dr Ljubomir Stajić
Univerzitet u Novom Sadu, Pravni fakultet u Novom Sadu
Major Miloš Veličković
Ministarstvo odbrane Republike Srbije
Dejan Novaković
Upravnik Kazneno-popravnog zavoda Požarevac, Zabela
Assoc. Prof. Rositsa Velichkova, PhD
Technical university of Sofia, 1000 Sofia, 8 Kl. Ohridski Ave, Bulgaria
Professor Kevin Ronan
Clinical Psychology School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, CQUniversity, Rockhampton, Australia
Doc. dr Dražen Božović
Nezavisni univerzitet Banja Luka
Lorenc Koci
EPTISA Servicios de Ingeniería S.L., Albania
Kapetan mr Vladica Zdravković
Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova Republike Srbije
Prof. dr Miško Milovanović
Geografski fakultet, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Nikola Slavković
Oficir vojske Srbije, Ministarstvo odbrane RS
Marko Milivojević
Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova Republike Srbije, načelnik odeljenja za operativnu forenziku (u penziji)
Marko Milašinović
Fakultet za hotelijerstvo i turizam u Vrnjačkoj Banji, Univezitet u Kragujevcu
Prof. dr Vesna Bogojević Arsić
Fakultet organizacionih nauka, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Bojana Aleksova, Master of Science in Geosciences
Maarif International School - Skopje Campus, North Macedonia
Dejan Đurđević
Pukovnik policije Ministarstva Unutrašnjih poslova RS, Uprava za policijsku obuku
Jovica Vučinić
Strukovni specijalista zaštite od požara i spasavanja
Sara Ivanović
Univerzitet u Beogradu, Defektološki fakultet
Ajla Hadzović
Univerzitet u Beogradu, Defektološki fakultet
Aleksandar Vučinić
Strukovni inženjer zaštite od katastrofalnih događaja i požara
Aleksandar Sakač
Kriminalističko-policijski univerzitet u Beogradu
Srđan S. Nikolovski
Medicinski fakultet, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Aleksandar Petrovski
Military Academy “General Mihailo Apostolski” – Skopje
Doc. dr Aleksandra Mitrović
Fakultet za hotelijerstvo i turizam u Vrnjačkoj Banji, Univezitet u Kragujevcu
Goran Grozdanić
Univerzitet u Podgorici, Crna Gora, Geografski Fakultet
Doc. dr Nenad Kovačević
Vojna akademija, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Vanja Cvetković
Načno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Julija Savić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Ružica Đurović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ivana Đorđević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Andrijana Jevdjenic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Andrijana Denić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Milica Sikimić
University of Banja Luka, Faculty of Security Studies
Aleksandra Đorđević
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Nikola Mihajlovic
E- junior agent u kompaniji Birdseye solutions
Natalija Mančić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Bogdan Filipović
Šumarski fakultet, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Jana Tatović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Andjela Golubović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Doc. dr Dragoljub Bajić
Rudasko-geološki fakultet
Zoran Planojević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Katarina Andrić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Nemanja Dedović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerziteta u Beogradu
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Ana Đurić
Ekonomski fakultet, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Dijana Nikolić
Univerzitet u Beogradu, Fakultet bezbednosti
Tamara Mančić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Milica Ćuković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Aleksandra Paštar
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Nina Milojević
Rudarsko-geološki fakultet, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Valentina Ristivojević
Univerzitet u Beogradu, Fakultet bezbednosti
Dijana Nikolić
Univerzitet u Beogradu, Fakultet bezbednosti
Milica Rakić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Tena Radolić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Ana Đergović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Nemanja Stefanović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Una Radovanović Nenadić
Doktorand, KPU i Vojna akademija
Tena Radolić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ivana Prešić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Miona Zeljković
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Aleksandra Cvetković
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Marija Jablanović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Marija Andjelković
Kriminalističko-policijski univerzitet
Katarina Baltić
Kriminalističko-policijski univerzitet
Andrijana Stojanović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Lazar Komatović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Saša Ilić Janković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Mina Aleksić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Dejana Marković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Bojana Ristic
Bojana Ristić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Anđela Đorđević
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Aleksandra Petković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Tatjana Cvejić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Anđela Ješić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Aleksandra Gajović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Marija Tošković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
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Jelena Jovićević
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Dejana Bogdanovic
Dejana Bogdanović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Nevena Đurić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Marina Jovanović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Marija Tošković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Katarina Babović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Dajana Krstojević
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Nemanja Danković
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Nemanja Miljković
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Sofija Radojkovic
Sekretar, Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Milica Ristić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Milica Vlajković
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Syed Sumair Ahmed Shah
University of Sindh, Pakistan.
Dušan Petrović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Lorenc Koci
EPTISA Servicios de Ingeniería S.L., Albania
Tena Radolić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Nikolina Pavlović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Tamara Stojanović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Jovana Koprivica
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Una Radovanović Nenadić
Doktorand, KPU i Vojna akademija
Slađana Milutinović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Steva Miletić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Andjela Jevtić
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Dejana Bogdanovic
Dejana Bogdanović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Aleksandra Janošev
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ksenija Simonović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Veljko Milošević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Marijana Maslak
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Sara Knežević
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Lazar Bošković
Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova RS
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Anđela Miladinović
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Miloš Đurđević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Andjela Čučuković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Anđela Milosavljević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama, Beograd. Obuke, edukacije, seminari, kursevi - Medjunarodni institut za istraživanje katastrofa.
Stevan Mirosavljević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Dajana Crnogorac
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Georgije Grubić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Dejana Bogdanović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Sanja Dragić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ana Branković
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Sanja Dragić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Milica Simić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Stefana Glavinić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Aleksa Stefanović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Dragana Kitić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Katarina Krstić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Milena Nedeljkov
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Saveta Gogić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Darko Protić
Ministarstvo unutrašnjih poslova, Sektor za vanredne situacije
Jovana Ilić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Sara Gojić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ivana Stajković
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Kristina Nikitić
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Mia Alijević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Sanja Milutionov
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Slađana Antelj
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ružica Đurović
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ivana Đorđević
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Aleksandar Sakač
Kriminalističko-policijski univerzitet u Beogradu
Srđan S. Nikolovski
Medicinski fakultet, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Milica Petković
Fakultet bezbednosti, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Doc. dr Aleksandra Mitrović
Fakultet za hotelijerstvo i turizam u Vrnjačkoj Banji, Univezitet u Kragujevcu
Goran Grozdanić
Univerzitet u Podgorici, Crna Gora, Geografski Fakultet
Doc. dr Nenad Kovačević
Vojna akademija, Univerzitet u Beogradu
Katarina Mitrovic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Andrijana Jevdjenic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Anja Beli
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Aleksandra Velickovic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Andjela Jankovic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Zlatko Mandic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Dragana Velickovic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Anja Ciric
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Vojo Maslovaric
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Ivan Milanovic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
.Isidora Zivojnovic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Milana Popic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Kristina Pilcevic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Melanija Ivanisevic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Suncica Markovic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Natalija Gobeljic
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama
Jelena Strika
Naučno-stručno društvo za upravljanje rizicima u vanrednim situacijama

Dear Members and Potential Members of the Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management (SPS-DRM),

Welcome to the Scientific-Professional Society for Disaster Risk Management (SPS-DRM), a unique and thriving community dedicated to advancing the field of disaster risk management in Serbia and beyond. By reading this, you are already taking a step toward joining an inspiring network of individuals who are passionate about making our world safer and more resilient in the face of disasters. Whether you are a seasoned professional, an academic, or simply someone with a keen interest in disaster risk reduction, SPS-DRM is your gateway to a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Who Are We?

SPS-DRM is not just an organization; it is a community of action and innovation. We bring together experts, practitioners, policymakers, academics, and enthusiasts who are united by a common goal: to reduce disaster risks and create a more resilient society. Our membership spans a wide range of fields and disciplines, from emergency services and engineering to sociology, urban planning, public health, and beyond.

We believe that disaster risk management is not just a professional duty but a shared responsibility. Disasters, whether natural or human-induced, know no boundaries, and tackling them requires collaborative efforts from all sectors of society. SPS-DRM serves as a platform where these efforts converge, fostering dialogue, innovation, and cooperation.

Why Join SPS-DRM?

Joining SPS-DRM means becoming part of a vibrant network that offers countless benefits and opportunities:

1. A Platform for Knowledge Exchange

At SPS-DRM, we believe that knowledge is power, and sharing knowledge multiplies its impact. As a member, you will have access to exclusive workshops, seminars, and conferences where you can learn from and collaborate with leading experts in the field. Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding of disaster risk management or share your insights, SPS-DRM provides the perfect platform.

2. Professional Growth and Development

Membership in SPS-DRM is a significant step in your professional journey. You will have opportunities to enhance your skills, gain new perspectives, and stay updated on the latest trends and innovations in disaster risk management. Our members are often the first to receive invitations to training programs, certification courses, and other professional development opportunities.

3. Influence and Advocacy

As a member of SPS-DRM, you will have a voice in shaping disaster risk management policies and practices in Serbia and beyond. Whether through participating in discussions, contributing to research projects, or advocating for better disaster preparedness measures, your input will help drive meaningful change.

4. Networking Opportunities

SPS-DRM brings together a diverse and dynamic group of individuals from various sectors. By joining, you will have the chance to connect with like-minded professionals, build lasting relationships, and collaborate on projects that make a real difference. Our members include representatives from emergency services, government agencies, academic institutions, and private organizations.

5. Personal Fulfillment

There is no greater satisfaction than knowing that your efforts are helping to save lives and protect communities. By contributing to disaster risk reduction through SPS-DRM, you will play a vital role in making the world a safer place.

Membership Benefits

When you join SPS-DRM, you unlock a range of benefits designed to support your professional and personal growth:

  • Access to Events and Training: Members receive priority access to workshops, seminars, and conferences organized by SPS-DRM.
  • Professional Recognition: As a member, you will be part of a prestigious community recognized for its contributions to disaster risk management.
  • Membership Card and Uniform: You will have the opportunity to order an official SPS-DRM membership card and a general-purpose civil protection unit uniform, symbols of your dedication to disaster risk reduction.
  • Voting Rights: Members have the right to participate in decision-making processes and vote in elections for the organization’s governing bodies.
  • Visibility and Networking: Your photo and profile can be featured on our website, showcasing your commitment to disaster risk management.
  • Exclusive Resources: Members gain access to research papers, policy briefs, and other valuable resources that can enhance their work in the field.

How to Join

Becoming a member of SPS-DRM is easy and straightforward. Here are the steps:

  1. Submit Your Application: Send your personal details, along with a brief statement about your interest in disaster risk management, to one of the following email addresses:
  2. Membership Fee: Pay the annual membership fee of 3,000 dinars. Payments can be made through the Erste Bank account number: 340-11020546-63.
  3. Photo Submission: Include a recent photo with your application to be featured on our website’s „Members of the Society“ section.
  4. Receive Confirmation: Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive a welcome email along with details about upcoming events and activities.

A Community of Shared Purpose

At SPS-DRM, we believe in the power of community. Our members are not just colleagues but collaborators and friends who share a common vision. Together, we tackle challenges, celebrate achievements, and work towards a safer future for all.

Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your journey in disaster risk management, SPS-DRM offers a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive. By joining, you become part of a movement that is transforming the way we approach disaster risk reduction in Serbia and beyond.

The Impact of Your Membership

Your membership in SPS-DRM goes beyond personal benefits. By joining, you contribute to a larger mission:

  • Improving Preparedness: Your support helps us develop training programs and resources that enhance disaster preparedness across communities.
  • Driving Innovation: Membership fees and contributions fund research projects and initiatives that advance the field of disaster risk management.
  • Raising Awareness: Through our events and campaigns, we educate the public about disaster risks and how to mitigate them.

Our Vision for the Future

SPS-DRM envisions a future where Serbia is a global leader in disaster risk management. We aim to:

  • Build stronger partnerships with international organizations.
  • Expand our reach to include more members from diverse fields.
  • Develop cutting-edge tools and technologies for disaster risk reduction.
  • Advocate for policies that prioritize resilience and sustainability.

Join Us Today!

Becoming a member of SPS-DRM is more than just a professional decision; it is a commitment to making a difference. By joining, you will not only enhance your career but also contribute to a cause that has a lasting impact on society.

We look forward to welcoming you to our community and working together to create a safer, more resilient future for Serbia and beyond. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at the email addresses provided above.

Together, we can achieve great things in disaster risk management. Let’s build a better, safer tomorrow.

Respectfully,
President
Prof. Dr. Vladimir M. Cvetković

Department of Disaster Management and Environmental Security,  Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Serbia
Visiting Professor at Montanuniversität Leoben in Austria, Dept. of Environmental and Energy Process Engineering, Safety and Disaster Management (SDM), Interdisciplinary Study
Personal Website with biography and papers – link