ADPC's vision is Safer communities and sustainable development through disaster reduction.

ADPC's mission is to reduce the impact of disasters on communities and countries in Asia and the Pacific by:

• raising awareness and enhancing knowledge and skills
• strengthening sustainable institutional mechanisms, and
• facilitating exchange of information, experience and expertise.

ADPC's goals are to:

• Mainstream Disaster Reduction in Development
• Build and Strengthen Capacity
• Facilitate Partnerships and Exchange of Experiences
• Be recognized as a Proactive and Responsive Regional Resource
• Achieve Quality Service Through a Team Approach

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