This review looks at the state of evidence on humanitarian and disaster risk reduction (DRR) interventions which aim to reinforce economic resilience in view of anticipated shocks and support economic recovery after a shock, both in situations of natural
This scoping study explores the resilience strategies of households in multiple livelihood systems by describing how households in Darfur have coped with conflict and other shocks over the past fifteen years. It begins with a brief description of
This document proposes ways to improve planning methods for transport redevelopment in post-conflict reconstruction. It refutes the widespread perception that inland water transport (IWT) is a minor mode of transportation because of its disadvantages
This PDNA examines the impact of the prolonged drought from 2012 to 2016 in Angola on the three southern provinces Cunene, Namibe and Huíla. It provides a recovery strategy and key interventions for each of the three provinces.
Angola - governmentGlobal Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery, the (GFDRR)United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
This year's study compiles the latest statistics on the size and scope of the humanitarian system and assesses overall performance and progress in the period 2012-2014. The humanitarian system’s performance is assessed within its core functions of
Active Learning Network for Accountability and Performance
This issue of Southasiadisasters.net focuses on the theme of humanitarian action after the Nepal earthquake. The ISDR Asia Partnership (IAP) is committed to effective implementation of the SFDRR in Asia
This report addresses the subject of nuclear disasters. It elaborates on the Fukushima Nuclear Disaster intending to answer question such as: What have been the impacts of the Fukushima nuclear disaster?; What is the current condition of the victims of
This document summarizes the proceedings of the symposium on “Reconstruction and Invigoration of Disaster-hit Areas – Viewpoints from Rikuzentakata”. It describes the reconstruction process, highlighting the communities and business role played on it. It also includes a chapter on challenges and future perspectives towards building a sustainable society, highlighting good practices and success factors.