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.

Group photo at the launch of the National Disaster Awareness Campaign

Update

20 October 2020

Fiji raises disaster awareness to save more lives

Suva – Fiji launched its annual National Disaster Awareness Campaign focusing on better community preparedness as the country continues to strengthen its disaster risk governance. The campaign – set to last until April 2021- is focused at the local level

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Asia and Pacific

Update

18 October 2020

Call for Expression of Interest

Peer Reviewers for The Regional Assessment Report on Disaster Risk Reduction in the Arab Region (RAR 2021) Objective: The objective of this Call for Expressions of Interest is to set up a list of external experts – Peer Reviewers - for the review of the

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Arab States

Community announcement

16 October 2020

UNDRR & GNDR: Call for stories

Do you know an inspiring individual who has helped build community resilience and reduced the risk of disasters? If yes, we’d like to hear from you.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction

The 2011 East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami that triggered the Fukushima nuclear disaster is an example of types cascading disasters that Asia-Pacific Regional Framework for NATECH attempts to guard against.

Update

16 October 2020

UNDRR convenes Asia-Pacific scientists and policy makers to prevent the next ‘unexpected’ disaster

In the context of growing disaster risks in the region, which are becoming more complex, the 2020 Asia Pacific Science and Technology Conference for Disaster Risk Reduction took on increased importance as government officials and researchers tackled the key risks facing the region.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Asia and Pacific

Snapshots of the four Sendai Framework Voluntary Commitments published by the U-INSPIRE chapters in Nepal, Indonesia and India

Update

16 October 2020

Empowering Asia-Pacific stakeholder groups to publish their Voluntary Commitments

UNDRR Asia-Pacific introduced its major stakeholder groups to the Sendai Framework Voluntary Commitments platform. It is an online platform that can help them gain recognition for their work, learn what others in their field are doing, and potentially connect with new partners from around the world.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Asia and Pacific

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Kobe Office

Statements and messages

15 October 2020

Statement by Ms. Mami Mizutori, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction, General Assembly Second Committee Side Event: Disaster Risk-Informed and Resilient COVID-19 Recovery

(Check against delivery) Statement by Ms. Mami Mizutori Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction General Assembly Second Committee Side Event Disaster Risk-Informed and Resilient COVID-19 Recovery Online, 15 October

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

Press release

14 October 2020

ARISE UAE Organizes CEOs Symposium for Business Resilience

Led by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction Ms. Mami Mizutori, the UAE National Private Sector Alliance for Disaster Resilient Societies (ARISE) organized CEOs Symposium for Business Resilience on October 14

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Arab States

Mami Mizutori, UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Disaster Risk Reductiion

Statements and messages

13 October 2020

SRSG Mizutori Opening Remarks, Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction Webinar: Disaster Risk Governance in Context of COVID-19

(Check against delivery) SRSG Mizutori Opening Remarks Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction Webinar: Disaster Risk Governance in Context of COVID-19 Tuesday 13 October 2020 Ladies and Gentlemen, I am

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

Statements and messages

13 October 2020

SRSG Mizutori, Opening Remarks Regional Office for Africa, International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction Webinar: Disaster Risk Governance in Context of COVID-19

(Check against delivery) SRSG Mizutori, Opening Remarks Regional Office for Africa, International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction Webinar: Disaster Risk Governance in Context of COVID-19 Tuesday 13 October 2020 Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to be

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

Statements and messages

13 October 2020

Introductory Remarks by SRSG Mizutori, Workshop on Local Level Resilience and Pandemic during the Risk European Week of Regions and Cities

(Check against delivery) Introductory Remarks by SRSG Mizutori Workshop on Local Level Resilience and Pandemic Risk European Week of Regions and Cities Tuesday 13 October 2020, virtual Ladies and Gentlemen, Dear Speakers, I would like to welcome you today

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

You might also find these helpful

Newsletter and updates

Get timely updates in your inbox on training, events, news and knowledge sharing.

Publications

We produce a range of publications by collecting and analysing risk data through a range of tools, knowledge products, and mobilising like-minded partners.