About

IMWG

Mandate and Purpose

The mandate of the INSARAG Information Management Working Group (IMWG) is to develop, deliver, and promote the effective use of information management (IM) solutions across the INSARAG network. This mandate aims to enhance the efficiency of Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) operations and coordination, in line with UN General Assembly Resolution 57/150. 

  • The purpose of the IMWG is to develop in coordination with members of the INSARAG network, deliver and promote the effective use of information management (IM) solutions across the INSARAG network in support of UN resolution UNGA 57/150 of 2002.  
  • The purpose of the IM solutions is to support INSARAG network and its partners to manage USAR operations as outlined in the INSARAG guidelines and guidance notes (e.g., UC handbook and forms).
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Governance

The IMWG will be accountable to the INSARAG Steering Group and will take directions through the Secretariat.

Our Members

The IMWG comprised the following members:  

  • Peter Wolf | AEME | Co-Chair
  • Jeff Maunder | Asia Pacific | Co-Chair
  • Whitney Veen | AEME | Member
  • John Morrison | Americas | Member
  • John Hanke | Americas | Member
  • João Mininel | Americas | Member
  • Chew Keng Tok | Asia Pacific | Member
  • Aidan Elliot | Asia Pacific | Member
  • Edward Cook | Asia Pacific | Member
  • Daryl Rush | Asia Pacific | Member
  • George Leem | Asia Pacific | Member
Awards & Nominations

2024 ESRI Award

  • The IMWG was honored with the prestigious ‘Special Achievement in GIS 2024 Award’ by the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI). This recognition highlights IMWG innovative use of GIS technology to enhance the coordination of international Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams. The IMWG’s efforts have significantly improved disaster response operations, underscoring the vital role of smart technology in life-saving missions.