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).
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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Accountability In Disaster Risk Financing
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.
Read moreFinancial Flows
Financial flows refer to the movement of funds for disaster risk reduction (DRR) and response, covering planned and unplanned sources.
Parametric insurance
Insurance that pays when an agreed indicator reaches a set level, not actual losses.
Disaster risk finance diagnostic
An analytical assessment of a country’s disaster risk profile.
Early warning system
Systems that monitor hazards and share information early, so people can act in time.
International premium support
Premium support is international funding to pay for insurance premiums.
Crisis
A situation where severe needs overwhelm local and national capacity to respond effectively.
