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Digital And Spatial Technologies for Anticipatory Action

An integrated  digital platform designed to enhance disaster preparedness through household-level risk assessment & localized risk communication.

Explore Why DASTAA?
Rationale

1.5°c

global warming projected to rise
by 2030.

Natural disasters are increasing in frequency and severity, making it essential to shift from reactive response to proactive preparedness. The urgency is amplified by the climate crisis, with global warming projected to rise by 1.5°C by 2030, leading to more frequent disasters, food insecurity, public health risks, and displacement.

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Response-Focused

Disaster management in low-income, highly vulnerable countries is predominantly reactive, leading to higher casualties and economic losses.

2

Lack of Data

Current strategies often lack robust data, making it challenging to effectively anticipate and mitigate disaster impacts.

3

Isolated Efforts

Disaster management activities in developing countries, like Nepal, are often carried out in silos, leading to fragmented and less effective responses.

4

Disproportionate Impacts

Broad, community-wide disaster management strategies increase risks for the most vulnerable households by not addressing individual needs.

5

Inadequate Household-Level Assessment

Without household-specific vulnerability assessments, disaster risk is generalized, neglecting unique household characteristics.

6

Tailored Risk Communication

Existing early warning systems lack customization for individual households, making timely and precise warnings essential for effective disaster mitigation.

About DASTAA

Digital and Spatial Technologies for Anticipatory Action (DASTAA) is an integrated digital solution that leverages digital and spatial technology to enhance disaster preparedness. It is a one-stop digital platform that facilitates integrated risk assessment, risk visualization, risk communication, and forecasting for early action support.

DASTAA consists of mobile and web application.The mobile app enables agencies to collect data and access risk information, while the web application allows users to visualize risks, set up early warning messages, and serve as a decision support system.

What we do

Salient Features
of Dastaa

Automatic categorization of household based on vulnerability & risk

Awareness and knowledge based materials

Criteria management for its risk assessments

Design question for survey using mobile apps

Early warning module based on scenarios

Interactive web mapping and granular information

Manage Multiple User and Access Control

Setup Organization and Teams

Manage Multiple Project Portfolios

Define criteria and calculate risks

Data visualization on maps and infographics

Generate Customizable Risk Reports

How Dastaa
works

DASTAA comprises multiple modules available as web and mobile applications. Depending on the intended use, users follow a step-by-step process to efficiently utilize DASTAA.

Step 1
Data Collection & Analysis
  • Data Collection (drone, surveys).
  • Hazard models and scenarios.
  • Gather information about thresholds and trigger in the region.
Step 2
Mapping & Analytics
  • Auto computation of risk & vulnerability at household and community level.
  • Identification of disaster hotspot.
  • Generate dynamic charts & info graphs.
Step 3
Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Assess impact-based forecasts for risks.
  • Monitor weather forecasts to anticipate hazards.
  • Monitor water levels and trigger early warnings.
  • Ensure project implementation stays on track.
Step 4
Communicating Triggers
  • Provides HDRMPs.
  • Manages and communicates through SMS for quick, text-based alerts.
  • Uses Interactive Voice Response (IVR) to deliver automated voice calls.
  •  Provides real-time communication via mobile app alerts or push notifications.
Step 5
Early Action
  • Data-driven relief distribution planning.
  • Modeling of evacuation route to safe shelter.
  • Design Cash Voucher Assistance (CVA) intervention.

Use Cases

DASTAA has been utilized in various thematic areas for individual geographic object-level risk computation. Discover how DASTAA is applied across different sectors, including household risk assessment, educational institutions, and more.

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Portfolio

National

DASTAA is implemented across various geographical regions throughout Nepal. This extensive national coverage demonstrates the DASTAA's adaptability to diverse local contexts within the country.

6

Projects

9

Districts

17

Palikas

International

DASTAA is used by organizations within and outside Nepal, aiming to expand to countries with similar disaster and hazard challenges. Its global outreach demonstrates adaptability to diverse regional contexts and potential for wider international use.

2

Projects

2

Countries

4

Regional Divisions

FAQ's

Explore answers to common questions about DASTAA, anticipatory action, household risk assessments and more.

Anticipatory Action involves taking proactive steps based on forecasts and early warnings to prepare for potential disasters, reducing their impact before they occur.

Household-Level Risk Assessment evaluates risks and vulnerabilities specific to individual households, enabling targeted and effective disaster preparedness and response strategies.

DASTAA enhances disaster preparedness by providing detailed household-level risk assessments, enabling customized interventions, facilitating timely risk communication, and supporting proactive anticipatory actions.

Yes, DASTAA is designed to be flexible and can be customized for various hazard types, including floods, earthquakes, droughts, and other region-specific risks.

The primary users of DASTAA include local governments, humanitarian organizations, community leaders, and individual households in disaster-prone areas.

Clients and Partners

We enjoy working with like-minded organizations to create stats tailored for youth and young professionals.

What's Happening?

Explore the recent and upcoming events organized by DASTAA. You will find the details on the what the event is about, the date, venue, and ways to join the events in this section. Click here to check out all our recent and upcoming events.

Provincial Workshop Conclusion - Bagmati Province

As part of our ongoing mission to address the prevalent challenges of Mis/Dis Informati...

Aug 24 to Aug 25
9 AM-5 PM
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Let's Talk

Connect with our experts’ team for personalized support and solutions.

Kathmandu , Nepal
+977-9801205822
info@dastaa.com