Safeguard environment for disaster risk reduction: poem and slogan book
This compilation of poems and slogans written in Hindi and English by high school students provides strong message on the importance of protecting the environment in order to reduce the risk of disasters and achieve sustainable development. Its aim is to raise public awareness about disaster risks related to natural hazards, such as earthquake, flood, drought, cyclone, landslide, epidemics and forest fire, and to initiate thinking process and engage people, particularly children, on how environmental protection can reduce disasters.
This book addresses important environmental issues such as protecting nature, preserving biodiversity, reducing pollution and addressing climate change. It is intended to be used by mass media, local institutions, non-governmental organizations, education and awareness making institutions in their programmes at local level.