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Governance

The institutional structures and processes that drive decision-making and management of DRR programs at regional, national and local level. This theme also includes institutions, legislations, policies and coordination mechanisms such as regional and national platforms.

Latest Governance additions in the Knowledge Base

Cover and source: International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance
Documents and publications

Weathering the storm: Hurricane Sandy and the 2012 US federal election

This case study analyses preparedness, actions and results on the part of election officials and their election emergency policies in New Jersey and neighbouring states on the East Coast of the United States, amid Hurricane Sandy in 2012.
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Documents and publications

Climate resilient development pathways boost inclusive national adaptation action

The study emphasizes integrating climate-resilient pathways into national adaptation plans to ensure inclusivity. It calls for cross-sectoral coordination to address social inequality, enhance disaster risk reduction, and promote economic diversification.
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What Hurricane Helene might mean for voting in the 2024 presidential elections in the states most affected

The US states that will have the most success conducting elections following Hurricane Helene are those which have established frameworks to protect elections from partisan manipulation as well as partnerships and measures to include voters.
London School of Economics and Political Science, the
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Documents and publications

Wildfire peer review report: Greece 2024

The report looks at wildfire prevention, preparedness, and response in Greece, and is the result of over six months of work on the side of Greek authorities, peer experts, and the Commission.
Research briefs

How will climate change affect work in developing countries?

The effects of climate change on labor are significant and multifaceted, with implications for economic performance and poverty. Governments can respond to climate challenges on labor by implementing a variety of labor-targeting policy strategies.
World Bank, the
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The monsoon's blessing and curse: How Kerala is harnessing data for climate resilience

With stunning natural beauty and a resilient spirit, Kerala is harnessing data's power to combat climate change on its journey to an innovative, data-driven future.
World Bank, the
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Documents and publications

Words into Action guidelines: The Science–Policy–Society ecosystem for disaster risk reduction

Highlighting the crucial role of science in informing policy decisions, these guidelines aim to assist those aiming to incorporate science into policy processes effectively facilitating risk-informed decision-making that addresses disaster risk.
Cover page of the publication named ProgressonTransboundaryWaterCooperationMid-termstatusofSDGIndicator652withaspecialfocusonClimateChange2024.
Documents and publications

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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