IDNDR
International Decade for Natural Disaster ReductionDécennie internationale de la prévention des catastrophes naturelles
Completed
Type of Structure: | network / framework activity |
Regional Scope: | global |
Parent Organisations: | UN, ICSU |
Child Organisations: | |
Duration : | 1990 to 2000 COMPLETED |
Contact Address: | no office contact defined |
General information and objectives
The IDNDR was established on 22 December 1989 by UN General Assembly Resolution 44/236 and began officially on 1 January 1990. The objective of the Decade is to reduce the loss of life, property damage and social/economic disruption caused by natural disasters (e.g., earthquakes, windstorms, tsunamis, floods, landslides, volcanic eruptions, wildfires, insect infestations, drough and desertification). According to the Resolution mentioned above, the specific goals of the Decade are to:The most recent biennial report on IDNDR to the UN General Assembly (UNGA, 1995) includes details on the Work Program for the period 1995-2000, which indicates a shift of emphasis from predominantly promotional aspects of disaster reduction to a much greater commitment to the practical implementation of disaster-reduction measures. Relevant targets of the program include the development of comprehensive national assessments of risks from natural hazards and mitigation plans at the national and/or local levels that address long-term prevention, preparedness and community awareness.
Last update: 4/27/22
Source of data: ProClim- Research InfoSystem (1993-2024)
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