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German Committee for Disaster Risk Reduction e.V.(ger.: Deutsches Komitee Katastrophenvorsorge e.V.)
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COP29 from A-Z…
At COP29, over 800 meetings will deal with many topics relating to climate change. DKKV introduces you to the most important topics! Gender and Climate Change Climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, especially women, who face greater risks...
Call for applicants: EUMA Winter school in bonn
Disasters are becoming increasingly complex and have an impact on all areas of society. This increasing transnational complexity has brought with it new challenges that require the development of new innovative approaches to tackle these problems. In such a...
Last chance to submit sessions for the 2025 Disaster Risk Reduction Symposium
Today is the deadline for submitting sessions for the Disaster Risk Reduction Conference on 26 and 27 March 2025! We have until today to submit ideas and suggestions for a varied programme. Submissions can be made easily via an online form.
Former DKKV Chairwoman Annegret Thieken receives Plinius Medal
Prof Dr Annegret Thieken has been awarded the prestigious Plinius Medal by the European Geosciences Union (EGU). This award recognises outstanding scientific contributions in the field of natural hazards research. The Plinius Medal is awarded annually to scientists...
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What is disaster risk reduction?
Storms, natural hazards and extreme events can quickly become a danger to people and the environment. But climate change, extreme urbanization, power outages and fires also offer potential hazards.
A disaster occurs when the functioning of a community or society is impaired or interrupted and, as a result, high human, material, economic and ecological losses occur that cannot be managed alone.
Precautionary measures can help to reduce the consequences and impact of the disaster. Depending on the hazard and personal circumstances, the precautionary measures to be taken may vary.
Find out more about potential hazards and individual precautionary measures on our topic pages.