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PreventionWeb is the global knowledge sharing platform for disaster risk reduction (DRR) and resilience.
The site offers a range of knowledge products and services to facilitate the work of DRR professionals and is managed by the [UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)](https://www.undrr.org/).
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Concrete innovations, inventions, and strategies are reducing the impacts of disasters worldwide. These practical case studies and proven strategies address various aspects of disaster risk.
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It is crucial to plan for and evaluate the impact of potential stressors at the system level and focus specifically on incorporating resilience into the engineering design of drinking water and sanitation infrastructure.
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Highlighting the crucial role of science in informing policy decisions, these guidelines aim to assist policymakers, government officials, academics, technical experts and those aiming to incorporate science into policy processes effectively
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In March 2011, an earthquake and tsunami damaged the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant and generated three meltdowns, marking the biggest nuclear incident since the Chernobyl Disaster.
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A day that encourages every citizen and government to build more disaster-resilient communities and nations.
Watch and read interviews, as well as trainings to enhance your career, and new job opportunities.
Get to know the key terms of disaster risk reduction and hazards that might cause disasters.
A toolkit for news media professionals reporting on disasters and resilience
The risk communication hub aims to support practitioners who are planning public risk communication strategies with the general public.
Discover the early experiences and works of the disaster risk reduction pioneers.
Hazards do not have to turn into disasters, add your voice to our campaign and become a DRR advocate.
The flagship report of the United Nations on worldwide efforts to reduce disaster risk.
Cities on a pathway to resilience – making the city safer, preventing risks and promoting innovation and investments.
Experiences and lessons on building back better in recovery, rehabilitation, and reconstruction.
The Women's International Network for Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) supports and promotes women's leadership in DRR across Asia and the Pacific.
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