The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) has announced that Qatar will host the Ninth Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) in 2028, marking a significant milestone for the Middle East region. The decision reflects Qatar’s growing Read More …
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Qatar to Host Ninth Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction in 2028
UN experts urge shift from disaster recovery to proactive risk reduction
A new article on PreventionWeb underscores the urgent call by global disaster risk reduction experts to shift the focus from reactive disaster relief to proactive resilience funding. Titled “Fund resilience, not disasters: Why risk reduction is the future of insurability,” Read More …
Six impactful ways South Africa is reducing disaster risk
South Africa is making significant strides in disaster risk reduction through a blend of innovation, community engagement, and policy action. The UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) highlighted six standout initiatives reshaping resilience in the country. First, a climate-smart Read More …