Documents and publications

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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Policies and plans

17 July 1998

Fiji: Natural disaster management act of 1998

An act to make better provisions for the government and relevant agencies to perform functions and duties in relation to natural disaster management. Section 39 deals specifically with disaster mitigation and preparedness.

Policies and plans

1 January 1998

Namibia: National disaster plan 1998

Namibia's National Disaster Plan clarifies the roles and responsibilities of several, important government and non-governmental actors with regard to disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

Policies and plans

27 November 1997

National disaster plan for Jamaica

The National Disaster Plan (1997) Revised is the latest revision of a draft plan that has been in existence since 1983.

Policies and plans

29 July 1995

France: Loi n° 95-101 du 2 février 1995 relative au renforcement de la protection de l'environnement

Cette loi contient 94 articles qui décrivent les mesures de sauvegarde, l'entretien régulier, plans de prévention, et la gestion des espaces naturels qu'assurent l'atténuation des risques et la protection de l'environnement, parmi d'autres dispositions.

Educational materials

15 May 1995

Learning about natural disasters: Games and projects for you and your friends

This booklet encourages children to help protect their community from natural hazards. It features a range of community activities based on ideas used by children in many countries.

Educational materials

18 April 1995

Learning about natural disasters: Games and projects for you and your friends

The booklet is designed to be used by schools around the world to complement existing materials about nature-induced disasters in each country. Targeted for ages 8-12, some parts can be tailored to both younger and older children.