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Governance of risk plays a central role in managing disaster risk. Disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies, in particular, are crucial for coordinating DRR implementation at both the national and local levels. They serve as the cornerstone for effective disaster risk governance and risk-informed development.

Explore this guidance if you are interested in developing a National DRR Strategy.

National and local strategies set implementation milestones, establish key roles and responsibilities, and identify technical and financial resources. At the same time, the existence of regional/sub-regional strategies and/or legally binding frameworks for disaster risk reduction acts as a significant incentive for the development of DRR strategies at national level.

This page displays regional, national and local policy documents and declarations on disaster risk, climate adaptation and resilience:

Submit a local, national, or regional policy and plan, a national legal framework, or an intergovernmental declaration.

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Local Resilience Plan of Vinhedo, São Paulo, Brazil (2025-2028)

O Plano de Resiliência da Defesa Civil Municipal de Vinhedo 2025-2028 reflete o compromisso com a preparação da cidade para os desafios relacionados a desastres.

Prefeitura do Município de Vinhedo, São Paulo
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European Preparedness Union Strategy (Joint communication)

The European Preparedness Union Strategy supports Member States and enhances Europe's capability to prevent and respond to emerging threats.

European Commission
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Kuwait Declaration for Disaster Risk Reduction

The declaration reaffirms the urgent need to strengthen resilience across the Arab region in the face of increasing disaster risks.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
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Germany: Climate adaptation strategy 2024

The 2024 German climate adaptation strategy presents measurable targets for adaptation to the impacts of climate change within the scope of responsibilities and competences of the German government.

Germany - government
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Germany: German Recovery and Resilience Plan 2021

The German Recovery and Resilience Plan (GRRP) focuses on tackling the two major challenges of our time, namely climate change and the digital trans-formation. The plan also includes a national digital education initiative.

Germany - government
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Colombia: Plan Nacional de Gestión del Riesgo de Desastres (PNGRD) 2015-2030

This entry is provided in its original language as it may be of interest to an international audience.

Colombia - government
Cover and source: Government of Vanuatu
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Vanuatu: Port Vila, Efate earthquake recovery and resilience plan

The Earthquake Recovery and Resilience Plan for Vanuatu aims to address the immediate needs of affected populations while building long-term resilience across all sectors of society and the economy.

Vanuatu - government
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Windhoek Declaration

The Windhoek declaration sets the direction for the next three years, reinforcing Africa's commitment to reducing disaster risks and building resilience across the continent.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

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