This issue of Southasiadisasters.net is an attempt to deliberate on the important issues related to disaster risk reduction (DRR) in Asia. It contains articles on a variety of DRR issues ranging from Kosi
A sectoral assistance policy under the Official Development Assistance (ODA) Charter and the medium-term policy on ODA, intended to strengthen appropriate measures against tsunami and other various natural disasters, launched on the occasion of the World
This paper presents key findings from the survey conducted in areas targeted for relocation following Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. It aims to understand the needs and perceptions of groups affected. It argues that current plans ignore key elements of sustainable relocation processes, and lack technical guidance and support.
This report represents an important tool for the work in relation to humanitarian aid and disaster risk reduction in India, to ensure that all appropriate measures are taken to combat caste discrimination in aid delivery and disaster risk reduction. It
National Dalit Watch of National Campaign on Dalit Human Rights
This study investigates the impact of forced relocation on the livelihoods of residents who lived in the city of Galle, Sri Lanka, prior to the 2004 tsunami, who were forcibly relocated into new settlements because of the “buffer zone regulation”.
United Nations University - Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS)
The objective of the rapid building assessment is to quickly establish the usability of buildings and associated infrastructure where functions may be compromised by a hazard event.
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment - New Zealand
One year on from Typhoon Haiyan (local name Yolanda), this report is based on consultations with 162 children who survived the storm, ages 6 to 17 years.
