Disaster Risk Reduction

We need to integrate anticipatory action into disaster management

Anticipatory action upholds dignity by enabling households to take protective measures on their own terms, according to their priorities.

Local government for effective disaster management

To decrease the impact of catastrophes, integration among local and national bodies is necessary.

Disaster management in Bangladesh: Reducing vulnerabilities

Bangladesh experienced over 200 natural disasters since 1980, leaving a total death toll of approximately 200,000 people and causing economic loss worth nearly $17 billion.