Case studies

This collection of case studies from across the globe showcases practical, real-world examples of disaster risk management and disaster risk reduction in action.

The need to understand, adapt to, and mitigate disaster risks is greater than ever. These case studies are in-depth studies of a particular case in a real-world context. Each case study highlights unique challenges, innovative solutions, and impactful outcomes, providing insight into the strategies that communities, organizations, and governments have implemented to protect lives, livelihoods, and ecosystems.

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Ethiopia
Developing nature-based solution pathways to new layers of complexities for urban communities coping with armed conflict and climate change
This study was conducted to scientifically develop a pathway to urban climate resilience by exploring pragmatic approaches from communities and local humanitarian organizations experiencing the compounding risks of armed conflict and climate change.
  • Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC)
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Ethiopia
Investigating and scaling-up effective nature-based solutions for climate resilience in Dessie City administration, Ethiopia
This study opted to investigate and scale up effective nature-based solutions (NbS) for climate resilience in Dessie City, Ethiopia, using a mixed research approach.
  • Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC)
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India
Edible rooftop gardens: a community and nature-based climate resilience building strategy
This study investigates the heat adaptation potential of edible rooftop gardens in Chennai, India, through a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative monitoring and qualitative analysis.
  • Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC)
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Lebanon
Strengthening DRM efforts through cooperation in Lebanon
This case study focuses on how the protection of persons in the event of disasters (PPED) treaty could amplify the efforts of the Lebanese government to enhance disaster risk management
  • International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
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Fiji
Stronger together: Fiji and the case for a global disaster treaty
This case study narrates Fiji's journey in disaster law and governance.
  • International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
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Madagascar
From cyclones to cooperation: the case for a disaster treaty in Madagascar
This publication explores how recurring cyclones and other climate-related hazards are intensifying risks in Madagascar, causing widespread damage to infrastructure, livelihoods, and food security.
  • International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
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Pakistan
Earthquake-resisting building in Pakistan
This case study highlights that the post-1935 earthquake buildings performed well in Pakistan during the 1955 earthquake.
  • Disasters avoided
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United States of America
Nebraska Arbor Day 2024 tornado
This case study explains how the work of the National Weather Service (NWS) Omaha-Valley office was instrumental in reducing the negative human health impacts of the Arbor Day tornado outbreak.
  • Disasters avoided
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