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Explore a comprehensive collection of publications, reports, and documents that focus on disaster risk and resilience.

These resources offer insights, best practices, and research aimed at mitigating the impact of disasters. Whether you're seeking the latest research, policy recommendations, or case studies, this library supports knowledge sharing and informed decision-making in building safer, more resilient communities.

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3 October 2024

Integrated approach for cost-effective disaster risk management

This paper explains a framework which can be used by decision-makers in deliberating disaster risk management (DRM) measures in the process of disaster resilience investment.

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3 October 2024

Choosing our future: Education for climate action

Education is a key asset for climate action. Education reshapes behaviors, develops skills, and spurs innovation. This report outlines data, evidence, examples, and a policy agenda on how to harness education and learning to propel climate action.

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3 October 2024

Climate change and the human rights of older persons

The publication highlights the vulnerability of older persons to climate change, calling for their protection in policies. It urges a rights-based approach to ensure their safety and participation in climate action, particularly in developing regions.

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3 October 2024

Climate disaster preparedness: Reimagining extreme events through art and technology

This open access book demonstrates how the latest advances in creative arts, intelligent systems and climate science can be integrated and leveraged to transform the visualisation of extreme event scenarios.

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3 October 2024

Mapping flood impacts on mortality at European territories of the Mediterranean region within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework

Floods continue to endanger lives despite improved management, intensified by climate change. This study examines flood mortality in Mediterranean EU regions using international data, revealing spatial patterns and mixed trends, supporting UN SDGs.

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3 October 2024

Progress on transboundary water cooperation: mid-term status of SDG Indicator 6.5.2, with a special focus on climate change - 2024

A UNECE-UNESCO report highlights that only 28% of transboundary water agreements are fully operational, undermining resilience to floods and droughts. The lack of cooperation on shared water resources delays global efforts to address climate challenges.

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3 October 2024

Disaster risk profile - Niger

This Country Disaster Risk Profile for Niger presents a comprehensive view of the country's vulnerability to natural and human-induced hazards, particularly floods and droughts.

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2 October 2024

Addressing climate risks through social protection

This position paper is a guide to the objectives and capacities envisaged for social protection in addressing the climate-related risks to be managed by the Red Cross Red Crescent.