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PreventionWeb is the global knowledge sharing platform for disaster risk reduction (DRR) and resilience.
The site offers a range of knowledge products and services to facilitate the work of DRR professionals and is managed by the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR).
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Stories and perspectives from DRR practitioners and academics on reducing risk and building resilience.
Resource guides
Drought is a major issue worldwide. This collection provides stories and research regarding different drought solutions.
View all topic guidesThis Words into Action guide aims to promote greater implementation of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems (MHEWS) across all sectors to protect the most exposed populations from disasters.
View all WiA guidesThe 2019-2020 Australian bushfire season proved to be unprecedented in many ways. Beginning before the official arrival of spring, in June, and worsening significantly from Sept. 2019 on to mid-January 2020.
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A day that encourages every citizen and government to build more disaster-resilient communities and nations.
Watch and read interviews, as well as trainings to enhance your career, and new job opportunities.
The Sendai Framework Terminology on Disaster Risk Reduction.
The flagship report of the United Nations on worldwide efforts to reduce disaster risk.
Cities on a pathway to resilience – making the city safer, preventing risks and promoting innovation and investments.
Experiences and lessons on building back better in recovery, rehabilitation, and reconstruction.
The Women's International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) supports and promotes women's leadership in DRR across Asia and the Pacific.
A toolkit for news media professionals reporting on disasters and resilience
Discover the early experiences and works of the disaster risk reduction pioneers.
Hazards do not have to turn into disasters, add your voice to our campaign and become a DRR advocate.
A description of each of the 302 HIPs, developed consultatively by scientists and experts across the globe.