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Security & Risk
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
The Center for Strategic and International Studies is a bipartisan, nonprofit organization that provides information on the assessment of international political risk, analysis of regional affairs and international security and stability. The CSIS combines the efforts of nearly 200 researchers and maintains resident experts in the world's major geographical areas.
Tags: Global Threats and Political Risk
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Community Food Security Coalition
The Community Food Security Coalition is a non-profit North American organization dedicated to building strong and sustainable food systems that ensure access to affordable and nutritious food for all people at all times. The site provides information regarding various events and programs of the organization focusing on food security, as well as news and featured articles on related topics.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Economic Research Service: A Safe Food Supply
Part of the United States Department of Agriculture, the Economic Research Service provides analyses of the economic issues affecting the safety of the United States food supply. These analyses incorporate the effectiveness and equity of alternative programs and policies intended to shield consumers from unsafe food. Also included are analyses of the costs and benefits of different regulations and food safety technologies.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
The United States Office of Personnel Management provides an Emergency Preparedness Guide for government officials, media and the general public. The site provides resources regarding solutions in case of emergency events as well as guidance published by the Office of Personnel Management.
Tags: Crisis and Emergency Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
The role of the European Food Safety Authority is to assess and communicate risks associated with the European food chain. The EFSA provides independent scientific advice and clear communication on existing and emerging risks to food safety. Home page links to news, opinion, events, and key topics related to food safety.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Food Security Information for Action, funded by the European Union and implemented by the United Nations, strives to educate using food security information from different sectors and sources to create more effective anti-hunger policies and programs. Each program country is highlighted and publications are organized by topic.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
FoodSafety.gov is a gateway website that provides links to selected government food-safety related information. This site is part of the National Food Safety Information Network. It is maintained by FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Global Fraud Survey: Weighing the Cost of Corruption or Compliance
A global survey published by Ernst & Young addresses a number of topics concerning fraud. The 10th annual survey compiles results of interviews with executives across the world on their experiences of bribery and corruption.
Tags: Security and Risk Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
This free public service web site gives a visual tool for studying domestic and international terrorism and security incidents. Utilizing Google maps, users can zoom in to any area of the world and roll over icons that symbolize the type of activity that has occurred. From there, they can click the specific event to go directly to the news story of origin. A paid subscription is required to access any full incident details. From the publishers of TerroristWarning.com and TransitSecurityReport.com.
Tags: Global Threats and Political Risk
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Global Monitoring for Food Security (GMFS)
Global Monitoring for Food Security is funded by the European Space Agency and provides early warning, agricultural mapping, and crop yield assessment services in support of food security monitoring activities in Africa. Publications are available on the site and the "Catalogue" section contains interactive maps for GMFS areas.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
International Risk Management Institute (IRMI)
The International Risk Management Institute (IRMI) contains a broad scope of resources related to minimizing the risks associated with doing business. Along with access to seminars and expert commentary, a newsletter is provided to those who wish to sign up for a free subscription. The site is updated frequently to keep on the leading edge of the industry.
Tags: Security and Risk Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC)
Established in 1985 by the United States Department of State, the Overseas Security Advisory Council's main goal is to foster the exchange of security information between the United States Government and private companies operating abroad. The website promotes the dissemination of unclassified information to the general public on security related incidents and threats overseas. Organizational registration is required to access files.
Tags: Global Threats and Political Risk
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Preparedness for Deliberate Epidemics
Prepared by the World Health Organization, this site presents publications on public health reactions on the following incidents: natural occurrence, accidental release or deliberate use of biological and chemical agents or radionuclear material that affect health.
Tags: Crisis and Emergency Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Provided by the United States Department of Homeland Security, Ready Business outlines measures business owners and managers can take to prepare for returning to business quickly after an emergency, such as a terrorist attack, tornado, fire, or flood.
Tags: Crisis and Emergency Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Research Institute for European and American Studies (RIEAS)
The Research Institute for European and American Studies (RIEAS) focuses on issues concerning competitive intelligence, international risk management and conflicts. It is focused on European and American issues, but globally-focused publications and archived material are available on the site.
Tags: Security and Risk Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
Supply Chain Response to Disruption
Hosted by the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics, the Supply Chain Response to Disruption is a research project initiated by Professor Yossi Sheffi to study the effect of random disruptions such as global terrorism on supply chains. This site features downloadable articles of the latest studies on security and risk management.
Tags: Security and Risk Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
The official website of the United Nation's Food and Agriculture Organization provides a wide range of information regarding the food security issues in developing countries. In its "Highlights Archive" and "Information Resources", readers have access to a wealth of articles and information on food security topics for different countries and regions. The website can be viewed in English, French, Spanish, and Chinese.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)
The International Association of Emergency Managers is a non-profit educational organization committed to saving lives and protecting property during emergencies and disasters. The website provides related news and detailed information regarding the events held by the IAEM, as well as email discussion groups to promote professional communication on related topics. The website can be viewed in multiple languages.
Tags: Crisis and Emergency Management
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
The International Food Policy Research Institute seeks policy solutions to end malnutrition and poverty. Research is organized into different sections and an interactive map provides easy access to country specific information on food policy.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
United States Department of Agriculture: Food and Safety Inspection Service
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) supplies a website pertaining to food safety procedures, produce regulations and policies, food recalls, and food defense and emergency response information. Accompanying this information are fact sheets, job information, and news and events updates.
Tags: Food Security
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 28, 2009
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