Conflict and Disability Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction
Natural-hazard related disasters continue to have a heavy toll globally, with marginalized groups, like people with disabilities, disproportionately affected.
As we observe International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, it is crucial to acknowledge the often-overlooked intersection between violent conflict and natural-hazard-related disasters.
the impact of conflict exacerbates disaster risks, especially for people with disabilities, yet remains insufficiently addressed in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) strategies.
- 19 of the top 25 most climate-vulnerable countries have risks during natural-hazard related disasters compounded by fragility, conflict and violence.
- Until recently, there has been little focus on disaster risk reduction in such contexts.
Author's summary: Conflict and disability inclusive disaster risk reduction is crucial.