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Displaying 15 of about 18 resultsWomen across Asia and the Pacific are helping to understand, prevent and reduce the risk of disasters in what is known as the most disaster-prone region in the world. In 2023, six inspiring women have been selected as the finalists for the Women’s International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) Rising Star Award2023 from more than 400 nomina…
This report aims to capture pathways for community resilience that integrate gender equality and social inclusion in disaster risk reduction (DRR) and provides examples of good practice in Pacific Island countries. It also identifies gaps and areas where progress is most needed.Women have been contributing towards stronger, more resilient communities. B…
In a significant stride towards promoting women's leadership in disaster risk reduction (DRR), the Women International Network on Disaster Risk Reduction Philippines Chapter (WINDRR PH) was officially launched on April 26, 2023. The momentous event took place at Directors Club 2 in Mall of Asia, Pasay City, Philippines, and garnered local and internatio…
This report highlights some of the key achievements of WIN DRR and the global momentum on women’s leadership in DRR to which the network has contributed. The Women’s International Network on Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) is opening doors, building connections, boosting morale and recognizing the achievements of women working in disaster risk re…
These six women are the finalists for the 2023 Women’s International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) Excellence Award, proudly sponsored by SM Prime.They have achieved exceptional professional success in disaster risk reduction over the course of their careers and were selected among more than 400 nominations received from across Asia and…
The report explores the barriers, challenges and opportunities to strengthening gender-responsive and disability-inclusive early warning early action in the Pacific, focusing on existing policies, practices and knowledge. It seeks to capture evidence on risk perception, warning practices and response mechanisms that could be leverage…
This publication explores enablers and barriers to women’s careers and leadership aspirations in disaster risk reduction (DRR), the ways in which workplace outcomes are different for women and men, the understanding of what predicts these differential outcomes and what opportunities there are to redress them. The results of this research suggest th…
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Desk review of existing literature on the impacts of BGI on reducing heat-related disaster risk for women working in informal sectors or in poor communities throughout Asia and the Pacific. It should include the challenges and opportunities, as well as existing initiatives, placing focus on…
Time16:30 to 18:00 p.m.AboutThe WIN DRR Leadership Awards celebrate women’s leadership and recognize the outstanding achievements of women working in disaster risk reduction across the Asia-Pacific region. With more than 400 nominations received across Asia and the Pacific, a distinguished adjudication panel will select a winner for each of the two awar…
“A society that doesn’t make room for everybody, has room for nobody.” – Martine Abel-Williamson, World Blind Union All-of-society engagement and partnershipThe Midterm Review of the Sendai Framework at the United Nations in New York concluded on 19 May 2023. In the political declaration adopted at the Review, Member States agreed to promote:…
The Midterm Review of the Sendai Framework was called for by the UN General Assembly to “assess progress in integrating disaster risk reduction into policies, programmes and investments at all levels, identify good practice, gaps and challenges and accelerate the path to achieving the goal of the Sendai Framework and its seven global targets by 2030”. E…
View event on LinkedinTime11:00 CET | 15:00 GMT+5 | 16:00 GMT+6AboutTake part in this fireside chat on UNDRR's account on LinkedIn to learn from the WIN DRR Award winners about their career challenges and successes. Ms Shaila Shahid, an expert on climate change policy and adaptation finance, as well as Ms. Abia Akram, a disability rights advocate, will…
The nominations for the 2023 Women International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) Leadership Awards are now open! Nominate yourself or others, by 4 August 2023, for:The Rising Star Award (US$ 7,500): Granted to an individual woman who has demonstrated leadership potential early in her career. The Excellence Award (US$ 10,000): Proudly…
Manila, 13 October 2023. The Women’s International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) Leadership Awards 2023 have been granted to Ms Shaila Shahid from Bangladesh, Senior Advisor of the Pitachara Forest and Biodiversity Initiatives and National Alliance on Drowning Prevention and former Government official, and Ms. Abia Akram from Pakist…
This publication reviews the strengths and gaps of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 in relation to women, gender equality and disaster risk reduction (DRR). It is part of a series of thematic reports that were produced to inform the Midterm Review of the Sendai Framework.The Review of Gender and the Sendai Framework, which is a…