Here is why flood risk often increases after droughts and heatwaves ➡️ https://ow.ly/S57350SL7A9
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
Internationale Angelegenheiten
Dedicated to building disaster resilience and tackling climate change through implementation of the Sendai Framework
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At the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), we're dedicated to helping countries and communities lower risk and raise resilience in the face of natural and human-induced hazards. Our work is guided by the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, a 15-year agreement adopted by the international community in 2015, which was the first building block of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
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- Internationale Angelegenheiten
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- 51–200 Beschäftigte
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- Disaster Risk Reduction und Resilience
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Beschäftigte von United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
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Ryan Bank
Global Managing Director of the GIC
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Mathieu Verougstraete
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Adam Fysh
Programme Management Officer - Risk Analysis and Reporting at UNDRR
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Tanguy Thomas
IT Expert (software developer, project manager) specialized in secured data-driven web applications (WCMS, RMS, DMS, DPS) skilled in Java, .Net…
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👉 Only 12% of disaster-related aid funding in 2021 was spent on disaster risk reduction, prevention, and preparedness. Operationalising DRR in humanitarian and crisis settings is particularly challenging given each settings complex context. This UNDRR study explores financing of disaster risk reduction in humanitarian and crisis settings . ➡️ https://ow.ly/bs7U50SL7sn
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Around the world, communities have been relocated as a result of climate-related disasters. Community relocation may be required after disaster displacement has occurred – if a place of origin has been deemed unsafe for habitation – or it may be a pre-emptive measure to reduce the vulnerability of people living in areas exposed to high levels of disaster risk, such as those posed by landslides, avalanches, seasonal storms or slow-onset environmental change or degradation. Planned relocation needs to maintain people’s wellbeing, dignity, livelihoods, cultural heritage, and rights throughout the process. Such measures should: ➡️Recognise that planned relocation is a complex, long-term process that requires strong and consistent coordination and the commitment of resources across Government agencies at all levels. ➡️ Ensure the State has compelling reasons, robust evidence, and a sound legal basis for undertaking planned relocation, and safeguard the human rights of those affected. ➡️ Include meaningful information and consultation mechanisms for all affected communities, at all stages of planning and implementation to protect their rights and assets. ➡️ Include measures and processes that reflect the differences between anticipatory and post-disaster planned relocation. This analysis from ANU Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions researchers calls for authorities in Australia to start planning now, to relocate the most at-risk communities before it's too late ➡️ https://ow.ly/rLG850SL1Ko
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Indigenous Peoples are increasingly at the forefront of the impacts of higher temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. This Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) report examines how the rights, roles and knowledge of indigenous men, women, youth, and persons with disabilities are addressed in national-level climate policies and plans in 10 countries in Asia. It finds that climate policies inadequately address: 🟢 Land tenure insecurity 🔵Threats to traditional livelihoods 🟣 Inadequate participation 🟤 Limited attention to indigenous women, youth and persons with disabilities 🔴 Political and administrative barriers 🟡Opportunities and entry points for positive change ➡️ https://ow.ly/5xxs50SL7cL
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European cities are taking action to address extreme heat . 🌇🔥 In a The World Bank survey of 300 cities in Europe, 67% indicated that they prefer an approach that combines adaptation with climate action. For example, a holistic approach using solar panels, white-painted roofs and surfaces and rooftop gardens can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build resilience to urban heat. Read the findings ➡️ https://ow.ly/frVk50SKOlM
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Every year, disasters involving cyclones, droughts, extreme heat, wildfires, earthquakes and other hazards destroy lives and livelihoods, undermining progress towards the SDGs and locking those most at risk in a cycle of poverty. 🌪️🏜️🔥 But it doesn’t have to be like this. 🌐The UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) has a big ambition – to turn back the threat of disasters by creating safer, more resilient communities. We aim to break the cycle of disaster > response > rebuild > repeat. How? By switching the focus from managing disasters to managing risk. 💡UNDRR is working towards a safer, more sustainable future – delivering positive change by helping countries and communities make better decisions about risk. Learn more about UNDRR ➡️ https://ow.ly/5yLa50SKU7b
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We need urgent #ClimateAction to beat extreme heat - alongside measures to reduce the accompanying risks!
Billions of people are wilting under increasingly severe heatwaves driven largely by a fossil-fuel charged, human-induced #ClimateCrisis. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres' “Call to Action on Extreme Heat” demands urgent and concerted efforts to enhance international cooperation to address extreme heat in four critical areas: Caring for the vulnerable, protecting workers, boosting resilience of economies and societies using data and science, and limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C by phasing out fossil fuels and scaling up investment in renewable energy. Full report: https://lnkd.in/dMRVD9ZG
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Learn 5 new things about mangroves on #WorldMangroveDay, from United Nations University - Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS)
Today is International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem! Mangroves are unsung heroes of our planet! They: 🌴Protect coastlines 🦀Provide habitats for diverse species 💨Act as carbon sinks. Learn more about mangroves: https://lnkd.in/eJWq2BHK
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4 reasons why indigenous and scientific knowledge work better together to reduce disaster risk: 1️⃣ Traditional knowledge provides valuable on-the-ground information; 2️⃣ The #ClimateCrisis has brought changes that local communities haven't encountered before. Their traditional knowledge alone may not be enough to tackle these challenges. 3️⃣ Traditional knowledge helps contextualize scientific knowledge 4️⃣ By combining traditional and scientific knowledge, we can maximize our efforts to reduce risk Read more about in the #WordsIntoAction guide 👉 https://ow.ly/N7Ag50SJkTL
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🔥 The heat is on for #Paris2024! 🏅 The world keeps getting hotter, so we need to look out for the health and safety of athletes, staff, and spectators, not just at the Olympics but at sporting events everywhere. The British Association for Sustainable Sport recommends these 5️⃣ winning actions: 🗓️ Schedule events to avoid heat extremes ❄️ Implement cooling plans and technology to protect athletes, fans, and staff 📢 Empower athletes to speak out on climate change 🤝 Enhance collaboration between sporting bodies and athletes on climate awareness campaigns 🛢️ Reevaluate fossil fuel sponsorship in sports We need #ClimateAction now to beat the heat!