United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - UNDRR
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UNDRR is the lead UN agency for the coordination of disaster risk reduction
We help decision makers across the globe better understand and change their attitude to risk.
From managing disasters to managing risk and safeguarding development
We envision a world where disasters no longer threaten the well-being of people and the future of the planet. Sustainable development and the 2030 Agenda cannot be achieved without working towards building resilience.
UNDRR has been tasked to support the implementation, follow-up and review of the Sendai Framework and coordinates action within the UN system around disaster risk reduction to make this happen.
The interactions between climate change trends, ecosystem fragility, disease outbreaks, rapid unplanned urbanization, mass displacement and geopolitical instability, fuelled by the interconnectivity of communications, trade, financial systems and politics, mean that shocks, stresses, and crises reverberate globally.
Engage with UNDRR by collaborating across sectors to promote resilience and risk-informed decision-making, aligning with global frameworks.
Key publications
It pays to invest in DRR
1.5 a day
The number of disaster events is projected to reach 560 a year – or 1.5 disasters a day – by 2030
$1 into $4
In low- and middle-income countries, investing in more resilient infrastructure yields US $4 in benefit for each $1 invested
$80 billion
Mangrove forests provide more than US $80 billion per year in avoided losses from coastal flooding
30%
Just 24 hours warning of a coming storm or heat wave can cut the ensuing damage by 30 percent
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Building resilience and promoting risk-informed decision-making and investment are collective challenges and responsibilities.
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Where we work
Based in Nairobi, Kenya, we coordinate DRR initiatives in support of 44 Member States in Sub-Saharan Africa.
We foster a culture of disaster prevention and building disaster resilient nations and communities.
Based in Cairo, Egypt, we support the 22 Arab States and communities to build their resilience to disasters.
Based in Bangkok, Thailand, we support disaster risk reduction efforts across the Asia-Pacific region.
Covering 55 countries, we support the development of policies and actions towards a more resilient future.
We advocate and promote synergies between DRR, climate change and ultimately sustainable development.
We offer DRR expertise and promote stakeholder engagement, supporting partners around the world to reduce disaster risk and build resilience.
UNDRR’s New York Liaison Office (NYLO) provides policy advice and support to Member States and intergovernmental processes.
The UNDRR Office for Northeast Asia & Global Education and Training Institute (UNDRR ONEA & GETI).
The UNDRR Sub-Regional Office supports disaster risk reduction efforts across the Pacific.
UNDRR events and trainings
International Recovery Platform, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Kobe Office, Asian Disaster Reduction Center, Cabinet Office (Japan), Hyogo Prefectural Government
Bangladesh - government, International Recovery Platform, Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief
Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Arab States
ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability, World Mayors Council on Climate Change Secretariat, United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) - Headquarters, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
Card definitions on disaster risk reduction to promote a common understanding on the subject for use by the public, authorities and practitioners.
UNDRR on social media
At UNDRR, we envision a world where disasters no longer threaten the well-being of people and the future of the planet. Sustainable development and the 2030 Agenda cannot be achieved without working towards that goal of building resilience.
Learn more about UNDRR's mission