A call to action at COP28
The UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is calling on Parties and stakeholders at COP28 to commit to #ZeroClimateDisasters because we have the power to stop disasters - everyone should have a future where they are not threatened by disasters.
Our messages and engagementsIn the 07/12/2023 edition:
Rising to the challenge: Professional women excelling in disaster resilienceBy United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction published on Dec 06, 2023 12:54 pm
Take part in this fireside chat to learn from the WIN DRR Award winners about their career challenges and successes.
CfP 2023 008 Call for Proposals: Support of the Implementation and Review of National Regulatory Frameworks on Disaster Risk Management in the Indian Ocean Island StatesBy United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction published on Dec 04, 2023 06:00 pm
CfP 2023 008 Call for Proposals: Support of the Implementation and Review of National Regulatory Frameworks on Disaster Risk Management in the Indian Ocean Island States
Sustainable Water Management, and Resource Adaptation (SWMRA-2024) ConferenceBy Université Paris Cité published on Dec 04, 2023 04:36 pm
The SWMRA-2024 conference will include sharing knowledge, experiences, and best practices related for water sustainability and adaptation. Participants will present their research, engage in interactive discussions, and network with other professionals.
International Recovery Forum 2024: Accelerating Progress with Building Back Better: Resilient Recovery in the Face of Rising Climate RisksBy International Recovery Platform published on Dec 04, 2023 08:09 am
The 2024 IRP Forum will feature discussions to develop pathways for putting the build back better agenda and the SF back on track.
Climate, Peace and Security in the Horn of AfricaBy Risk-informed Early Action Partnership (REAP) published on Dec 01, 2023 05:07 pm
This event will feature new regional initiatives in the Horn of Africa, including the Regional Climate Security Coordination Mechanism and the UN Climate, Peace and Security Hub for the Horn of Africa.
Building and sustaining resilient infrastructure in the face of climate changeBy DP World published on Dec 01, 2023 01:15 pm
This event will address the importance of joining forces with key stakeholders to enhance global efforts to mitigate the impact of natural disasters and adapt to climate change.
Climate resilient debt clauses: A call to actionBy Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) published on Dec 01, 2023 12:53 pm
A call to action for Climate-Resilient Debt Clauses by the end of 2025, with a group of early movers offering the clauses by COP28, so that borrowing nations have the necessary fiscal room to respond fully to shocks.
Keeping the supply chain online: How sustainable digital infrastructure is 'mission critical' for climate adaptation and disaster resilienceBy GovTech Global Alliance published on Dec 01, 2023 12:06 pm
Join the GovTech Global Alliance for an interview with a leading industry expert. This session explores the significance of proactive sustainability and resilience measures in maintaining digital infrastructure.
Taking early action to scale: A charter for the futureBy Risk-informed Early Action Partnership (REAP) published on Dec 01, 2023 11:41 am
This event will launch a new charter to get ahead of disasters and work towards a secure future where the money spent on disasters is spent better with proactive risk management and financial preparedness.
Reaching the last mile forum 2023By Reaching the Last Mile published on Dec 01, 2023 11:34 am
The 2023 Reaching the Last Mile Forum will galvanize new momentum, innovation, and investment towards solving the climate-health challenges faced by last-mile communities.
AI for climate adaptation and resiliencyBy Google published on Dec 01, 2023 11:19 am
Join Google for a mini-panel session focusing on AI for climate adaptation and resiliency. Explore Google's use of AI for flood forecasting, wildfire detection, extreme heat mitigation, and damage assessments after natural disasters.
The climate & US: Understanding the climate & health equationBy British Broadcasting Corporation published on Dec 01, 2023 11:01 am
In this screening, BBC Story Works and the Global Climate and Health Alliance will share a series of cinematic films which explore the challenges and solutions around securing plantery health.
Climate blueprint: DominicaBy Overseas Development Institute published on Dec 01, 2023 11:01 am
Explore Dominica's journey to become the first climate-resilient nation with ODI, documented in a compelling film. Learn about the story of courage and resilience in the face of climate change.
Health and relief, recovery and peace nexusBy World Health Organization (WHO) published on Dec 01, 2023 10:39 am
This event will showcase new policies, technology, and finance to scale up health services and resilience in settings where climate is driving displacement, conflict, and instability.
