Building a resilience communities: A strategic path to resilience funding for disaster risk reduction

Time

7:00 GMT to 9:00 GMT

About

This event aims to bring together key professionals involved in disaster risk management and urban planning to emphasize the critical need for investing in resilience rather than reactive disaster funding. Through expert discussions, case studies, and interactive sessions, participants will explore strategies for building resilient infrastructure, enhancing community preparedness, and promoting sustainable urban development that minimizes disaster impacts.

Expected Outcomes

• Increased awareness among stakeholders about the benefits of funding resilience initiatives.
• Shared best practices and innovative approaches to disaster risk reduction.
• Strengthened collaboration between planners, engineers, safety professionals, and disaster management authorities.
• Practical recommendations for integrating resilience funding into local government policies and planning frameworks.

The event directly supports the overarching theme, "Fund Resilience, Not Disasters," by advocating for a proactive shift in investment priorities. It highlights the importance of resilience-building as a cost-effective and sustainable approach to disaster risk management, reducing vulnerability and protecting communities before disasters occur rather than responding afterward.