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Displaying 15 of about 423 results… This report evaluates total disaster-related economic losses and fatalities between 1998 … In 1998-2017, disaster-hit countries experienced direct economic losses valued at US$ 2,908 billion, of which …
… city of Makati is striving for a comprehensive disaster risk management plan that strengthens the resilience … linked with the national and international frameworks for disaster risk reduction,” said Ms Liza Velle Ramos, the Acting Head of Research and Planning of Makati’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office. The challenge, …
… Indonesia, at the Fifth Asian Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (AMCDRR) where the devastating … occurred in Asia causing more than US$294 billion in economic losses out of an estimated US$366 billion … weather-related disasters but everyone is struggling with economic losses and the impact on jobs, housing, industry, …
… 30 September 2013, GENEVA – Based on current disaster trends and economic values, the world is looking at a minimum cost in … nor acceptable. “Increasing exposure of people and economic assets has been the major cause of the sharp rise in …
… This study presents African experience with disaster risks and natural hazards during the International … It addresses food insecurity, social vulnerability and economic aspects of disaster prevention in Africa. The study … It addresses food insecurity, social vulnerability and economic aspects of disaster prevention in Africa. The study …
… to mark the end of the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction (IDNDR), a United Nations initiative to … the IDNDR initiative, bringing issues concerning natural disaster management to a wider audience. … This book was … to mark the end of the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction (IDNDR), a United Nations initiative to …
… The International Day for Disaster Reduction (IDDR) is a day to celebrate how people … disasters and to raise awareness about the importance of disaster risk reduction (DRR). For 2012, the theme of IDDR … and skills that are crucial when addressing or managing disaster risks. In the ASEAN region, IDDR is celebrated …
… NEW YORK, 24 October 2013 - The 2013 International Day for Disaster Reduction has seen remarkable efforts by artists and … bringing alive on stage nuanced stories of disability in disaster situations, in observance of this year's theme of the International Day for Disaster Reduction: Inclusion saves lives. Theater Breaking …
… with disabilities highlights the necessity for building disaster-resilient communities through promoting a … which aims to promote international cooperation for Disaster Risk Reduction; the Nippon Foundation, which aims to … DRR, which will be adopted at the 3rd World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction in Sendai, Japan in 2015. … The Great …
… has highlighted the invaluable contributions of radio to disaster risk management. Legarda, UNISDR Global Champion for … in disseminating all types of information, be it news or disaster alerts, among the widest number of people especially … remote areas. “The job of our radiomen is very crucial in disaster preparedness and management. They can disseminate …
… actions governments and stakeholders can take to reduce disaster displacement. The videos, available in English … and Bahasa Indonesia, are based on the Checklist on Disaster Displacement and are meant to complement the Words into Action Guidelines on Disaster Displacement as well as the accompanying e-learning …
… is happening on the ground and who’s affected following a disaster. The tools combined with user-generated content also … into vulnerabilities and risks that a community faces pre-disaster,” says Margareta Wahlström, the UN’s disaster risk reduction chief. “Given our ability as a …
… 2013 - Bita Roohi is the first woman to be appointed a disaster manager in Iran where she is in charge of disaster … inadequate skills, not owning agricultural lands and economic resources and women's ignorance of their rights. … inadequate skills, not owning agricultural lands and economic resources and women's ignorance of their rights. …
… that children and young people are partners in reducing disaster risk. - Children and young people can and should be … includes getting organized to lobby for more investment in disaster risk reduction at the local and community level by … and companies. - Their actions need to be recognized in disaster risk reduction and how it fits into national and …
… The United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (UNISDR) and partners (The World Health … the Ministry of Education of the Maldives, the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) and TV Maldives) will … be held. … The United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (UNISDR) and partners (The World Health …