Introduction Bangladesh is a disaster-prone country, vulnerable to a wide range of natural hazards, including floods, cyclones, river erosion, droughts, earthquakes, and landslides. These hazards can cause significant damage to lives, property, and infrastructure, and can disrupt the livelihoods of millions of people. The Union Disaster Management Committee (UDMC) is a critical institution for disaster risk management at the local level. The UDMC is responsible for developing and implementing disaster preparedness and response plans, and for coordinating relief and rehabilitation efforts in the aftermath of a disaster. This training module is designed to provide UDMC members with the knowledge and skills they need to effectively carry out their disaster management responsibilities. Module Outline Module 1: Introduction to Disaster Management What is disaster management? Types of disasters Disaster risk reduction Disaster preparedness Disaster response Disaster recovery Module 2: The Ro