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ADPC at the 10th World Water Forum 2024, Bali, Indonesia

Bali, Indonesia – World Water Forum is the largest international gathering in the water sector involving various stakeholders, which has been co-hosted by the World Water Council and a host city. The Forum brings together participants from all levels and areas, including politics, multilateral institutions, academia, civil society and the private sector.

Strengthening Local Disaster Preparedness : The Role of the Private Sector in Preparedness Partnerships

Dhaka, Bangladesh – In the realm of disaster management, the involvement of the private sector has emerged as a critical factor in enhancing preparedness and response capabilities. Historically, disaster management has primarily been the domain of government agencies and humanitarian organizations.

Launch of the Asian Disaster Readiness Fund (ADRF) Empowering Locally-Led Disaster Preparedness and Response

virtually, Thailand – According to the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), less than 5% of disaster-related funding is allocated to disaster risk reduction (DRR), and only 1.2% of global humanitarian assistance reaches local and national actors.

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