09 Feb 2015
In order to provide guidance on how to protect the rights of individuals affected by natural disasters, in June 2006, the UN Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) adopted Operational Guidelines on Human Rights and Natural Disasters. These guidelines...
Tags: Guidance material, Livelihoods and Food Security, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
03 Jul 2014
Thunderstorm Safety Checklist that includes ‘How can I prepare ahead on time?”, “What should I do during a thunderstorm?” & “What do I do after a thunderstorm?”.
Tags: Guidance material, Thunderstorm
23 Dec 2013
Many national climate change adaptation plans consider the need to plan over various timescales and acknowledge the essential role of local communities in addressing the changing risks. The Minimum Standards for local climate‐smart disaster risk...
Tags: Guidance material, Climate Change Adaptation, Community Engagement and Accountability, Hurricane / Typhoon / Cyclone, Urban Preparedness