UNDRR News

UNDRR ROAS launched the key findings of the 2024 Regional Assessment Report (RAR) on DRR in the Arab Region during the Sixth Arab Regional Platform for DRR, convening policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to address the region’s evolving risk landscape.

UNDRR, in its role as co-chair of the IBC alongside UNEP, has undertaken a meticulous mapping exercise, identifying 132 initiatives and actions led by 11 UN agencies.

The Sixth Arab Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction officially commenced in Kuwait City. The platform runs until 12 February 2025 under the theme "Building Resilient Arab Communities: From Understanding to Action."

In the early hours of 6 February 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck west-northwest of Gaziantep, Türkiye. Less than 10 hours later another shock measuring 7.7 shook the same area.

In Naples, volcanoes are ever present in the public consciousness. From archival paintings dating from the 18th century to decorative art in restaurants and shops, Mount Vesuvius is the most iconic image of modern Naples.

The writing workshop “Finalization of the Djiboutian National Climate-informed Disaster Risk Reduction Strategy and its Action Plan” marked a significant milestone in Djibouti’s efforts to enhance national resilience to climate and disaster risk.

The United Nations Sasakawa Award for Disaster Risk Reduction is awarded to an individual or institution that has made active efforts to reduce disaster risk in their community and advocates for resilience.

The Pact for the Future makes a clear global commitment to promote a disaster risk- informed approach to sustainable development and to accelerate progress on integrating DRR into policies, programmes and investments.

The Caribbean faces unique and growing challenges posed by hurricanes, floods, sea-level rise, and prolonged droughts. For this reason, the need for anticipatory action and coordinated strategies was emphasized.

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is pleased to announce that registration for the eighth session of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GP2025) is now open.