About IMDEMM
A professional institution dedicated to advancing the knowledge, practice and professionalism of emergency management in Malaysia since 2000.
2000
Established on
19th September
Advancing Emergency Management in Malaysia
The Institution of Masters in Disaster and Emergency Management Malaysia (IMDEMM) was established on 19th September 2000 by a group of professionals who saw the need for a dedicated body to champion the field of disaster and emergency management in the country.
Malaysia faces recurring floods, landslides, haze, industrial incidents and public health emergencies. IMDEMM brings together practitioners, academics, government agencies and industry to share knowledge, raise professional standards and strengthen the nation’s ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters.
Today, our members include emergency responders, safety officers, policy makers, researchers and students. Through conferences, training programmes, community awareness initiatives and research collaboration, we work toward one shared goal: a safer and more resilient Malaysia.
25+
Years of Service
1,200+
Professional Members
300+
Programmes & Events
40+
Partner Organisations
Vision, Mission & Objectives
VISION
To be a world leading institution of excellence in advocating effective emergency management.
MISSION
To provide expertise to the nation in developing effective emergency management focusing on prevention and response.
OBJECTIVES
To encourage and promote the advancement of knowledge and practice of emergency management.
To initiate, promote policies, standards and regulatory framework for the advancement of emergency management.
To act as platform to discuss issues related to emergency management and advancement of professionals in this field.
To work together with government institutions and private entities for the promotion and advancement of the science and art of emergency management.
Key Milestones
2000
IMDEMM Established
Founded on 19th September 2000 by emergency management practitioners and academics.
2005
First National Seminar
Hosted our first national seminar on disaster preparedness and response.
2010
Professional Training Launched
Introduced structured training for fire safety officers and emergency responders.
2015
Regional Collaboration
Partnered with regional bodies to share best practices across Southeast Asia.
2020
Digital Learning Platform
Moved key programmes online to keep members learning during the pandemic.
2025
International EM Conference
Brought together local and international experts at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
IMDEMM in Action
Our Partners & Affiliations
Why Join IMDEMM
Be Part of a Stronger Emergency Management Community
Gain knowledge, build your network, and contribute to a safer more resilient Malaysia.