Open data for crisis response and resilience: Lessons from Europe

Across Europe, recent crises have shown how quickly situations can escalate and how essential reliable data is in moments of uncertainty. On Friday, 24 April 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 CEST, the data.europa.eu academy will host an online webinar ‘Open data for crisis response and resilience: cases from European & national institutions’, exploring how open data can support effective crisis response and long-term resilience at both European and national level. 

The webinar features two speakers who approach crisis response from different institutional perspectives. Auriane Denis Loupot from the European Commission’s Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) will introduce the analytical services of the Emergency Response Coordination Centre. Her contribution will show how open data supports early warning systems, resource mobilisation and cross-border coordination during natural hazards such as wildfires.  

Ines Bedar, Legal advisor to the Prime Minister's Services, will complement this with practical experience from the French Prime Minister’s office during the COVID‑19 pandemic, including lessons from France’s COVID‑19 dashboard, the reuse of hospital data systems and collaboration with civil society under high pressure.  

The session highlights how timely, interoperable and accessible data enables faster decision-making, improves coordination across institutions and helps public authorities respond more effectively when it matters most. It also shows why open data is a critical asset for building trust and strengthening public systems before the next crisis occurs. Register now to join this webinar and learn how open data contributes to crisis preparedness and resilience across Europe! 

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