Guidance Note

Improving Constantly: Embedding Scrutiny And Learning In Disaster Risk Financing

October
2021
Improving Constantly: Embedding Scrutiny And Learning In Disaster Risk Financing
Improving Constantly: Embedding Scrutiny And Learning In Disaster Risk Financing
About This
Report
Brief
Paper
Guidance Note
Report authored by
Zoë Scott

There is currently little in the way of rigorous evidence of impact or established ‘best practice’ in DRF. It is important, therefore, that we engage in scrutiny, be open to learning and willing to be held accountable. This guidance note sets out practical ways to ensure quality, independent scrutiny and improved learning in your DRF initiatives.

Key Findings

Key Terms Used In This Report

Financial arrangements made in advance to pay for disaster prevention, response and recovery.

Being responsible for decisions and resources, listening to affected people, and accepting consequences for actions taken.

Meeting today’s needs without limiting future generations’ ability to meet theirs.

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