Harnessing the full potential of multi-sectoral partnerships in disaster risk management
This document presents R3ADY Asia-Pacific's input in support of the process to develop the post-2015 framework for disaster risk reduction from multi-sectoral leaders in the U.S. and Japan. It presents some concrete ideas on how to harness the full potential of multi-sectoral partnerships, including: (i) setting the right legal framework and governance structure that enables collaborations; (ii) taking a proactive, holistic resilience approach; (iii) serving the most vulnerable communities; (iv) establishing a neutral convener or facilitator; (v) utilizing mass media and social media to generate public awareness; and (vi) establishing trust before the next disaster.