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.

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Update
Effective Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems (MHEWS) in the Caribbean region can only be made possible through the strong leadership of strengthened NMHSs, with the alignment of NDRMOs, who integrate co-design and delivery approaches in their services.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
The Climate Risk & Early Warning Systems Initiative
EW4ALL workshop in Khujand
Press release
Tajikistan takes significant strides towards bolstering its resilience against natural hazards and climate change impacts through a series of local level workshops under the Early Warnings for All (EW4ALL) initiative.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Europe & Central Asia
ICDRI panel
Update
The International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (ICDRI) included a dedicated session on enhancing infrastructure governance where Bhutan, Chile, and Madagascar shared their experiences.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure
Desarrollo sostennible
Press release
Despite evidence showcasing the effectiveness of investment in DRR for safeguarding development gains, funding for this area remains insufficient.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
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Community announcement
We are excited to announce an opportunity for you to contribute to the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2024 campaign “Empowering the next generation for a disaster-free future” aimed at inspiring and engaging children and youth on DRR.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
A man is standing in front of screens in ICPAC situation room
Update
From 12 to 14 March 2024, the annual Co-production and Coordination Meeting of the Africa Multi-Hazard Early Warning and Action System was organized by the African Union Commission and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction in Nairobi.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Africa
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Press release
UNDRR, Standard Chartered and KPMG launch an adaptation and resilience financing roadmap to galvanise vital funding efforts ahead of COP29.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
Standard Chartered Bank
KPMG International
The cover of the Hazard Information Profiles publication
Update
The UNDRR and ISC are undertaking a review of the Hazard Information Profiles (HIPs) to enhance their relevance and usability in disaster risk reduction efforts, particularly in multi-hazard contexts.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
International Science Council (ISC)
WIN 2024
Community announcement
The nominations for the 2024 Women’s International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) Leadership Awards are now open! Nominate yourself or others by 14 June 2024.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Asia and Pacific
Women's International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR)
Community engagement and its vital role in Early Warning Systems implementation
Update
Challenges persist in reaching remote and marginalized communities. Technical infrastructure and communication networks must be strengthened to ensure timely, accurate, accessible and effective dissemination of early warnings.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
World Meteorological Organization (WMO)

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