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Objectives and purpose of the United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security

Understanding the causes of vulnerability is a prerequisite for ensuring human security and decreasing human vulnerability, but it is not enough. The

The development of the Adaptation Policy Framework (APF) is intended to help provide the rapidly evolving process of adaptation policy-making with a much-needed roadmap. Ultimately, the purpose of the APF is to support adaptation processes to protect -

This book brings together the expertise of African scholars and practitioners in urban disaster risk reduction including: Djillali Benouar, University of Science and Technology of Bab Ezzouar, Algiers, Khady Diagne, ENDA-Tiers Mode, Senegal, Robert B

'This is where we bested other areas in terms of capability in meeting disaster challenges and mitigation measures.' said Albay Governor, Joey Salceda...

Onyebuchi Ezigbo, who has followed the activities of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), writes on the need for the development of an early warning system and response mechanisms...

According to a recent survey carried out by Lu Yongxiang, vice-chairman of the National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, many primary and middle school buildings have safety problems...

Critical infrastructure such as hospitals and schools must meet earthquake-resistance standards higher than other buildings in the same areas, according to new legislation, passed over the weekend...

'The Philippines has gained the distinction of being one of the countries with disaster-preparedness plans,' said National Disaster Coordinating Council spokesperson Anthony Golez...