Glossary
Sahel
other key terms
Crisis protection gap
The difference between expected crisis costs and funding already arranged to cover them.
Early warning system
Systems that monitor hazards and share information early, so people can act in time.
Ex ante
Actions, decisions or financial arrangements made before a disaster or crisis occurs.
Disaster risk management
Policies and actions to reduce disaster risks, manage impacts and strengthen resilience.
Other official flows (OOF)
Public funding supporting development that does not meet official aid definitions.
Sustainable development
Meeting today’s needs without limiting future generations’ ability to meet theirs.