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Its goal is to advance Geographic Information Science through interdisciplinary research with a strong focus on conceptual and methodological aspects. It researches the concepts and methods for modelling, organising, analysis and communication of geospatial information. As the science supporting the development and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), GIScience has significant impact on professional disciplines, public administration and increasingly, everyday lives.
The Sendai Framework Voluntary Commitments (SFVC) online platform allows stakeholders to inform the public about their work on DRR. The SFVC online platform is a useful toolto know who is doing what and where for the implementation of the Sendai Framework, which could foster potential collaboration among stakeholders. All stakeholders (private sector, civil society organizations, academia, media, local governments, etc.) working on DRR can submit their commitments and report on their progress and deliverables.