Glossary

Accountability

Accountability is being responsible for using power and resources properly, taking into account the views of those affected by decisions and actions, and being able to be held to account for the consequences of those decisions and actions. (Centre for Disaster Protection).

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An independent evaluation of the Global Shield's In-Country Process, examining what works, what doesn't, and how the approach can be strengthened for future rounds.

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This paper outlines key trends of financial flows toward outbreak response and identifies relevant emerging initiatives.

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This working paper presents a framework for understanding accountability as well as an overview of implementation.

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This guidance note sets out practical ways to ensure quality, independent scrutiny and improved learning in your DRF initiatives.

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This guidance note gives practical advice on consulting and involving communities in decision-making that impacts their lives.

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A landmark new report from the Centre for Disaster Protection.

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This paper and accompanying policy brief detail how the CRW has been used to date, and identifies a number of concrete ways of improving its performance.

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other key terms

Early warning system

Systems that monitor hazards and share information early, so people can act in time.

Risk layering

Using different financial instruments for different disaster frequencies.

Disaster risk financing

Financial arrangements made in advance to pay for disaster prevention, response and recovery.

Sovereign insurance

Sovereign insurance is insurance coverage purchased by a national government to protect its budget against the financial impacts of disasters.

Crisis risk

The likelihood of harm or loss from crises shaped by hazards, exposure, vulnerability and capacity.

Crisis protection gap

The difference between expected crisis costs and funding already arranged to cover them.