Sendai framework for Disaster Reduction 2015-2030
Key international arrangements related to disaster risk reduction and management are as follows:
Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030
- Adopted in 2015 by UN member states, it is a 15-year voluntary, non-binding agreement that maps out approach to reduce disaster risks and losses.
- Guiding principles emphasize role of state, shared responsibility, protection of people, livelihoods, health, assets, inclusive participation, partnerships
- Four priorities – understanding risk, strengthening risk governance, investing in resilience, enhancing preparedness
- Sets targets like reducing mortality, economic losses, damage to infrastructure and improving early warnings
- Aims to achieve substantial reduction of disaster risk and losses to lives, livelihoods, and health
Other Frameworks/Initiatives:
- The Paris Agreement – Recognizes role of sustainable adaptation and resilience to climate risks
- 2030 Sustainable Development Goals – Seeks to build resilience of communities to disasters
- International Health Regulations – Strengthen public health capacities for emergencies
- Warsaw International Mechanism – Promotes technologies for disaster resilience
- UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction supports cooperation among states and stakeholders for Sendai implementation.
Regional Frameworks:
- Association of Southeast Asian Nations Agreement on Disaster Management
- SAARC Framework for Action 2006-15 for disaster risk reduction
These provide overarching guidance and frameworks for international cooperation in reducing disaster risks and building resilience through better risk management.
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