ISRM & PA Consulting Conference – Catalysing Whole System Change Towards a Resilient Future for The UK

The Institute for Strategic Risk Management (ISRM), in collaboration with PA Consulting, will host the ISRM-PA Consulting Conference 2025 at PA Consulting’s London office on September 24th, 2025. This event arrives at a pivotal moment in the UK’s resilience journey, following the launch of the UK Resilience Academy, updates to the 2022 National Resilience Framework […]
Global Risk Review – August 2025

The Global Crisis Watch episodes over July marked an inflection point in the evolving global order. Geopolitical instability and systemic humanitarian crises are now define an increasingly volatile international landscape. CLIMATE CHANGE AS A PRESENT-DAY SECURITY THREAT Environmental tipping points are no longer distant risks. Water scarcity, food insecurity and infrastructure breakdowns are emerging as […]
Training Programmes September 2025

Level 5 Award in Urban Resilience & Major City Managemenet Strategic planning and management of major cities is fast becoming one of the central issues of 21st century risk and crisis management, as well as urban planning in general. The growth of even middle-size cities has gone beyond what their infrastructures were designed to manage, […]
Table-Top Exercise – A Master Class for Planning and Delivery

Training and exercising are undoubtedly two of the most critical components in the development of an effective enterprise-wide risk management and crisis response capability. However, it is also an area that is characterised by misunderstanding, weak practices and general lack of awareness of how effective training and exercising programmes are developed. ISRM is offering free-to-attend […]
Chaos and Complexity: Sense-Making and Risk Management in Unprecedented Times, with Dr David Rubens

It seems undeniable that the challenges we are currently facing at every level from global to national to local are, if not exactly unprecedented, certainly challenging on a level we have not previously experienced. Whether it is the impacts of climate change, political and geo-political uncertainty, infrastructure fragility, social unrest or a wide range of […]
The Institute of Strategic Risk Management Diversity and Inclusivity Statement

Our Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Organisation At the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM), we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to managing risk and building resilience in today’s complex global landscape. We are committed to fostering a culture where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and […]
Global Risk Review – July 2025

The Global Crisis Watch episodes over June marked an inflection point in the evolving global order. Geopolitical instability, systemic humanitarian crises, shifting alliances and the erosion of postwar institutional frameworks now define an increasingly volatile international landscape. The discussions reflected both the scale of current disruptions and the underlying fragility of global governance. Key flashpoints […]
ISRM Global Journal 2025

We are pleased to announce that the latest issue of the ISRM Global Journal is now available. This year’s theme, Human Factors and Human-Centric Risk Management, shines a spotlight on the crucial role people play in managing risk—especially as we navigate an increasingly AI-driven and digital world. Featuring diverse contributions from multiple disciplines, this edition highlights the complexity […]
Training Programmes July 2025

Level 4 Foundations of Security and Risk Management Start building a solid foundation in security and risk management with this essential Level 4 programme. Whether you’re looking to advance your career or step into a leadership role, this course provides the professional qualifications and practical skills needed to manage security teams effectively. Designed for Team […]
ISRM at the Fire and Security Matters Awards

For the third year in a row, ISRM was a Corporate Sponsor of the prestigious Fire and Security Matters Awards evening, hosted by Fire Safety Matters and Security Matters magazine at the Coventry Building Society Arena. Executive Director Dr David Rubens, Senior Director Mike White and Director of Comms Farah Benis were all in attendance, […]
