Testimonials for CARI!
I am impressed by the work of CARI! and how it is continuing, in terms of the way CARI! brings together the youthful energy, and the work that CARI! is doing together with the local community, knowledge management, and connecting with the government in really practical work.
CARI!'s platform which introduces information related to research developments in Indonesia is extraordinary, and hopefully the platform can continue to be useful for increasing capacity and information on science and technology in general in Indonesia.
The development of CARI! in Indonesia and the surrounding countries helps build resilience in Southeast Asia
CARI!’s Knowledge Engine is an extraordinary knowledge management platform. It has played a part in communicating research results not only to academics and governments but to other parties including the private sector as well, who can utilize research results to support policy making and innovation creation.
The special thing about CARI!’s knowledge management portal is that CARI! combines research publications with the location where the research was conducted, making it easier for users to know where the disaster research was conducted and what knowledge or publications of disaster research are available in that area.
CAR!’s Disaster Knowledge Engine is what we’ve been waiting for. Now, public can access disaster-related information as well as research available in their area, so they can anticipate how to reduce the risk.
CAR!’s Disaster Knowledge Engine is like the second generation of Google Scholar search. It is very customized, lots of information, which is not only supply based but which is more on the demand based. It is a very innovative way of thinking; the science, technology, and the real application.
CARI! has supported BNPB's work, especially the Deputy for Systems and Strategy in developing systems with scientific justification, as well as supporting knowledge-based policy-making including the current process of developing a new resilience index.
The method of technical assistance provided by CARI! to BNPB as a counterpart is one of the best. CARI! team facilitates the process in a participatory manner which allows partners to think critically and always be active even though the process requires more effort. The experts from CARI! able to synchronize the work pace of partners and provide accurate input on policy options formulated.
CARI! has an excellent ability to combine technology and analytical tools in disaster-related data collection and analysis. CARI!'s sense of curiosity and eagerness to provide in-depth exploration on relevant issues enable a broader perspective on disaster management in Indonesia. We are delighted to work with CARI! over the years.
Associate Professor, International Research Institute of Disaster Science (IRIDeS), Tohoku University
I am impressed by the work of CARI! and how it is continuing, in terms of the way CARI! brings together the youthful energy, and the work that CARI! is doing together with the local community, knowledge management, and connecting with the government in really practical work.
Professor in Hydraulic Engineering and Lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering, Syiah Kuala University, as well as Director of the Tsunami Disaster Mitigation Research Center (TDMRC) and Tsunami Mitigation Coordinator
CARI!'s platform which introduces information related to research developments in Indonesia is extraordinary, and hopefully the platform can continue to be useful for increasing capacity and information on science and technology in general in Indonesia.
Professor at the International Research Institute of Disaster Science (IRIDeS) and Associate Professor at the International Research Institute of Disaster Science (IRIDeS) of Tohoku University
The development of CARI! in Indonesia and the surrounding countries helps build resilience in Southeast Asia
Head of the Graduate Program in Disaster Science at Universitas Syiah Kuala
CARI!’s Knowledge Engine is an extraordinary knowledge management platform. It has played a part in communicating research results not only to academics and governments but to other parties including the private sector as well, who can utilize research results to support policy making and innovation creation.
Director of Disaster Risk Reduction Center (DRRC) of the University of Indonesia
The special thing about CARI!’s knowledge management portal is that CARI! combines research publications with the location where the research was conducted, making it easier for users to know where the disaster research was conducted and what knowledge or publications of disaster research are available in that area.
Secretary, Board of Trustee Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Indonesia (A-PAD)
CAR!’s Disaster Knowledge Engine is what we’ve been waiting for. Now, public can access disaster-related information as well as research available in their area, so they can anticipate how to reduce the risk.
The Winner of UN Sasakawa Award 2022
CAR!’s Disaster Knowledge Engine is like the second generation of Google Scholar search. It is very customized, lots of information, which is not only supply based but which is more on the demand based. It is a very innovative way of thinking; the science, technology, and the real application.
Deputy for Systems and Strategy at the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB)
CARI! has supported BNPB's work, especially the Deputy for Systems and Strategy in developing systems with scientific justification, as well as supporting knowledge-based policy-making including the current process of developing a new resilience index.
Senior DRM Systems & Strategy Specialist The Investing in Human Capital for Disaster Management (INVEST-DM 2.0)
The method of technical assistance provided by CARI! to BNPB as a counterpart is one of the best. CARI! team facilitates the process in a participatory manner which allows partners to think critically and always be active even though the process requires more effort. The experts from CARI! able to synchronize the work pace of partners and provide accurate input on policy options formulated.
Direktur Program Kelautan Indonesia Yayasan Konservasi Alam Nusantara (YKAN)
CARI! has an excellent ability to combine technology and analytical tools in disaster-related data collection and analysis. CARI!'s sense of curiosity and eagerness to provide in-depth exploration on relevant issues enable a broader perspective on disaster management in Indonesia. We are delighted to work with CARI! over the years.