The EU-Japan Workshop on Research and Innovation in Support of Disaster Risk Reduction, held at Kyoto University on March 3-4, 2025, focused on enhancing societal resilience and risk governance. The event brought together policymakers, scientists, practitioners, and civil society representatives to discuss the communication and implementation of scientific findings in disaster risk reduction (DRR). Key topics included the integration of research outputs into policy actions and the challenges faced by local authorities in disaster preparedness and response. More information can be found here.
In the last session on the second day on networking efforts in support of the Sendai DRR Framework implementation, the German Committee for Disaster Reduction (DKKV) was represented by Ronja Winkhardt-Enz, who participated online. The session, moderated by Soichiro Yasukawa from UNESCO, included discussions on the role of various networks like GARDI, IDRIM, CERIS, AFPCNT or DKKV in supporting the implementation of the Sendai DRR Framework. The DKKV’s involvement highlighted their commitment to international cooperation and knowledge exchange in disaster risk management. The regular “Stammtisch” of platforms for DRR with France, Austria, Switzerland, and Germany fosters the network of network approach in Europe.