Today, on 13 October, the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) is being celebrated. The day is a reminder of how crucial prevention, preparedness and joint action are in disaster control. Under this year’s motto, ‘Fund resilience, not disasters’, the UN is calling for a rethink: investment in preparedness and risk reduction must be a priority – because every euro invested saves many times more in the event of a crisis and protects lives, livelihoods and habitats.
Resilience does not arise by chance, but through forward-looking policies, effective planning and social engagement. As a national centre of expertise and network for disaster reduction, the DKKV works to pool knowledge, connect stakeholders and promote the development of resilient structures in Germany and worldwide.
Further information on IDDRR can be found on the UNDRR website.
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