The President of the Antigua and Barbuda Red Cross Society (ABRCS), Dr. Jose Humphreys, has offered detailed insights into a regional initiative aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness and resilience across the Caribbean. According to Antigua Observer, Dr. Humphreys spoke at length about PIRAC Ready 360, a forward-thinking programme spearheaded by the French Red Cross with significant implications for the region.
The initiative, known formally as PIRAC Ready 360, is designed to bolster the capacity of Caribbean nations to respond to crises through innovation and strategic partnerships. Dr. Humphreys, speaking in his capacity as head of the ABRCS, described the programme as a comprehensive approach to disaster readiness — one that goes beyond traditional emergency response frameworks.
"The Ready 360 programme is a forward-thinking initiative," Dr. Humphreys said, as reported by Antigua Observer, underscoring the programme's potential to reshape how Caribbean communities prepare for and respond to natural and man-made disasters.
The French Red Cross plays a central role in driving the initiative, lending both resources and expertise to partner organisations across the region. The ABRCS, as a key stakeholder, stands to benefit from the collaborative framework the programme fosters between Caribbean Red Cross societies and their international counterparts.
The announcement signals a growing emphasis on regional cooperation and innovation in disaster risk management — areas of critical importance for small island developing states like Antigua and Barbuda, which remain highly vulnerable to hurricanes, flooding, and other climate-related hazards.
