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Governance of risk plays a central role in managing disaster risk. Disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies, in particular, are crucial for coordinating DRR implementation at both the national and local levels. They serve as the cornerstone for effective disaster risk governance and risk-informed development.

National and local strategies set implementation milestones, establish key roles and responsibilities, and identify technical and financial resources. At the same time, the existence of regional/sub-regional strategies and/or legally binding frameworks for disaster risk reduction acts as a significant incentive for the development of DRR strategies at national level.

This page displays regional, national and local policy documents and declarations on disaster risk, climate adaptation and resilience:

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    Rwanda national disaster risk reduction and management policy thumbnail
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    The Rwanda National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Policy (2023) sets out a national framework to reduce disaster risks and strengthen resilience.

    Rwanda - government
    National disaster management office strategic plan 2016 - 2020 thumbnail
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    The National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) Strategic Plan (2016–2020) outlines Vanuatu’s approach to strengthening disaster risk management in one of the world’s most hazard-exposed countries.

    Vanuatu - government
    Thailand national adaptation plan  thumbnail
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    Thailand’s National Adaptation Plan (2023) provides a comprehensive framework to strengthen climate resilience by reducing vulnerability and integrating adaptation into national, sectoral, and local development planning.

    Thailand - government
    Sierra Leone national disaster risk management policy  thumbnail
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    The revised National Disaster Risk Management Policy (NDRMP) for Sierra Leone is a critical response to the escalating frequency and intensity of disasters, which are increasingly exacerbated by climate change.

    Sierra Leone - government
    National adaptation plan for St. Vincent and the Grenadines  thumbnail
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    The National Adaptation Plan (2019) for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines sets out a long-term framework (2018–2030) to reduce climate vulnerability and embed climate change adaptation into national development planning.

    Saint Vincent and the Grenadines - government
    Adverse weather and health plan thumbnail
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    The Adverse Weather and Health Plan aims to protect individuals and communities from the health effects of adverse weather and to build community resilience.

    UK Health Security Agency
    Guidance on Natura 2000 and climate change  thumbnail
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    Intergovernmental declarations

    The European Commission has introduced a new integrated wildfire strategy to address the growing scale and intensity of fires across Europe, driven largely by climate change.

    European Commission
    Disaster Risk Reduction Strategy, Maldives 2024 -2030 thumbnail
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    This Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Strategy prioritizes actions to safeguard Maldives from the multifaceted threats of natural hazards and human-made disasters.

    National Disaster Management Centre (Maldives)