Words into Action guidelines: The Science–Policy–Society ecosystem for disaster risk reduction

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This Words into Action (WiA) guide aims to guide stakeholders - from science and technology, government and civil society - in their roles and good practices in contributing to a healthy ecosystem in which: government supports science and science answers government questions; civil society trusts science and science reflects the values and curiosities of civil society; and government relied on science to make policy and reflects the concerns and priorities of civil society.

Highlighting the crucial role of science in informing policy decisions, these guidelines aim to assist policymakers, government officials, academics, technical experts and those aiming to incorporate science into policy processes effectively, facilitating risk-informed decision-making that comprehensively addresses the multifaceted nature of disaster risk and resilience building.

These WiA guidelines frame some global practical examples, good practices and inspiring concepts that can help unlock the fertile ground of collaboration between the science, policy and society universes to build "all-of-society" resilience.