Glossary

Sahel

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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.