WMO joins the global community in celebrating the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction on 13 October. This year's theme focuses on youth and "empowering the next generation for a resilient future."
The University of Peshawar's Centre for Disaster Preparedness and Management (CDPM) proudly announces the launch of its flagship project, "Resilience Education for School Children Understanding Emergencies (RESCUE)" on IDDRR 2024.
The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Regional Office for Africa is pleased to announce Racheal Musiimenta as the winner of the 2024 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Art Competition.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Africa
Libraries play a crucial role in disaster risk reduction by protecting cultural heritage, providing shelter, and offering critical information. DRR also urges libraries to reduce climate impacts and support social-emotional wellbeing in communities.
SEM was created by UNDRR to provide a space for non-state DRR actors to engage in supporting the implementation of the Sendai Framework and advocate for DRR in wider spaces. Terry Otieno leveraged this network to bring in substantive engagement for IDDRR.
Many schools play a vital role in keeping communities safe during disasters. However, the lessons learned within the walls of these buildings can be just as impactful for building resilience to climate hazards.
Schools play a vital role in disaster risk reduction by educating students on risks in their communities, building preparedness, conducting drills, and fostering a culture of prevention.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
