International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2024: Education for a Disaster-Free Future
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) |
| Date | 13th October (Annually) |
| Theme for 2024 | "Education as a Lifeline for Youth in Disaster Risk Reduction" |
| Objective | Mitigate disaster risks, reduce loss of lives and livelihoods |
| Initiative | Spearheaded by the United Nations |
| Established | 1989 (Made permanent in 2009) |
| Background | Part of the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction |
| Key Framework | Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030) |
| Focus in 2024 | Role of education in empowering children and youth for disaster preparedness |
| Key Actions | Invest in safe schools, integrate DRR into curricula, empower youth |
| Target Group | Children and youth |