International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2026 : Resilience Starts at home--Building Safer and Disaster Resilient Communities

Main Objectives • Raise Awareness: Highlight how housing, construction, land use, and urban planning decisions dictate disaster vulnerability. • Advocate Governance: Push for stronger public and private investments in safe, hazard-resistant, and affordable housing. • Empower Households: Equip vulnerable communities and residents with inclusive early warnings and risk-informed preparedness knowledge. Time Actvity 8:30 – 9:00 am Registration of Participants 9:00 – 9:10 am Arrival of Special Guests / Dignitaries 9:10 – 9:20 am Opening Prayer / National Anthem 9:20 – 9:30 am Welcome Remarks by NADMO - DG 9:30 – 9:45 am Statement by the Guest of Honour 9:45 – 10:00 am Keynote Address: Building Resilient Communities in the Face of Increasing Disaster Risks 10:00 – 10:15 am Presentation 1: Understanding Disaster Risk and the Role of Early Warning 10:15 – 10:30 am Presentation 2: Climate Change, Flooding and Community Resilience 10:30 – 10:45 am Presentation 3: The Role of Households and Communities in Disaster Risk Reduction 10:45 – 11:00 am Health Break / Refreshments 11:00 – 12:15 pm Panel Discussion: “Resilient Starts from Home – What Can We Do Differently?” 12:15 – 12:45 pm Questions and Answers / Interaction with Participants 12:45 – 1:00 pm Presentation on IDDRR Campaign / Call to Action 1:00 – 1:15 pm Remarks from Partners / Supporting Institutions 1:15 – 1:25 pm Reading of IDDRR Resilience Pledge / Commitment Statement 1:25 – 1:35 pm Closing Remarks 1:35 – 1:45 pm Group Photograph 1:45 pm Departure / Lunch