Crisis risk
The potential suffering and loss of life that could occur in a specific time period due to a crisis, determined probabilistically as a function of hazard, exposure, vulnerability and capacity (Centre for Disaster Protection).
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This technical brief, authored by CERDI and supported by the Centre for Disaster Protection, provides an in-depth analysis of flood risk in Chad.
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A Year in Review 2024–25 shows how the Centre for Disaster Protection is turning ideas into impact.
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This report looks at key lessons from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) first anticipatory action (AA) pilot for drought in Somalia.
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This policy brief draws on the findings of five Discussion Papers in the Centre’s IDA19 Series.
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This paper argues that civil society organisations play a vital role in ensuring that crisis financing approaches are designed and delivered effectively.
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This paper sets out detailed and practical proposals for how the G7 could better protect vulnerable communities by better predicting and preparing for disasters.
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The cost multiple measures the average amount a government pays to receive USD 1 of payout from a financing instrument over its lifetime.
Risk layering
Using different financial instruments for different disaster frequencies.
Sustainable development
Meeting today’s needs without limiting future generations’ ability to meet theirs.
Risk retention
When governments retain and finance disaster costs themselves.
Indemnity insurance
Insurance that pays based on assessed losses after damage to a specific asset.
Development bank
A public financial institution providing loans, grants and expertise to support development goals.
