Development insurer

Actions taken before a crisis hits to prevent or reduce potential disaster impacts prior to a shock or before acute impacts are felt.

Insurance that pays based on assessed losses after damage to a specific asset.

The network of global organisations funding crisis prevention, preparedness and response.

Public aid supporting development and welfare in eligible countries, usually on concessional terms.

A situation where severe needs overwhelm local and national capacity to respond effectively.

Financing approved before crises that is released automatically when agreed triggers are met.