UNDRR News

The latest news from the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), the lead UN agency for the coordination of disaster risk reduction (DRR).

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Meeting room with participants for the Monitoring and Information System for the National DRR Strategy meeting
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Advancing disaster risk monitoring and information system in Tajikistan

The first meeting of the National Platform Working Group on Monitoring and Information System Development took place with support from the UNDRR and the Government of Switzerland in Tajikistan.

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Regular meeting of Tajikistan National Platform for DRR
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Strengthening Tajikistan's efforts in disaster risk reduction through international cooperation

The National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) of Tajikistan convened a meeting to discuss key disaster risk management initiatives, supported by the UNDRR and the Government of Switzerland.

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Kazakhstan Inclusion Council meeting group photo
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Kazakhstan’s inclusion council examines persons with disabilities in emergency situations

A meeting of the Inclusion Council dedicated to the protection and safety of persons with disabilities in emergency situations was held in the Senate, Parliament of Kazakhstan.

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promotional flyer of the MCR2030 online training for Nicosia
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Nicosia advances its urban resilience goals with UNDRR support

On 4 December 2024, the first-ever MCR2030 training session for Nicosia was successfully held online.

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DRR Financing workshop in Armenia
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Workshop to advance DRR financing brings together government, financial institutions and development partners in Armenia

DRR financing workshop in Armenia gathered over 40 participants from government, development and private sectors to discuss financing strategies, tools, policies, and collaboration to enhance resilience against natural hazards and climate change impacts.

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MCR2030 panel session during the Regional Platform
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Strong local engagement and collaboration at the Europe & Central Asia Regional Forum for Disaster Risk Reduction (EFDRR)

The ECA Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction hosted a series of events highlighting innovative urban resilience strategies and showcasing the dedication of cities and partners committed to creating resilient, climate-adaptive communities.

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Participants at Resilient Infrastructure workshop in Moldova
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Workshop on enhancing infrastructure resilience in Moldova engages government and development partners

UNDRR hosted a workshop in Chisinau, bringing together government representatives and development partners to advance critical infrastructure resilience in Moldova through interactive tools and stakeholder discussions.

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Participants of ministerial roundtable of RP2024
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Outcomes of the 2024 Europe and Central Asia Regional Platform for DRR

Learn about the key outcomes of the 2024 Europe and Central Asia Regional Platform for DRR, including the Political Declaration from the Ministerial Roundtable, the Montenegro Call for Action on Earthquake Risk, and the Children and Youth Call to Action.

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Ministerial Roundtable
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Leaders in Europe and Central Asia jointly call for strengthened disaster resilience and climate action ahead of COP29

The 2024 Europe and Central Asia Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction concluded today in Montenegro, with Member States endorsing a political declaration on strengthening disaster risk reduction and addressing climate change impacts in the region

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European Commission’s Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO)
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European Disability Forum
2024 Regional Platform opening
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Regional leaders convene in Montenegro to strengthen disaster risk reduction and climate resilience ahead of COP29

The 2024 Europe and Central Asia Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction officially opened today in Budva, Montenegro, bringing together civil protection leaders and over 500 participants from 55 UN Member States.

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