Every year, International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) is observed on October 13 around the world. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) designated October 13 as International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction as part of its proclamation of the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction. Every year, International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is marked with a unique theme. This year, the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 theme is ‘Fighting inequality for a resilient future’. This year’s theme aligns with the Sendai Framework, the international agreement to prevent and reduce losses in lives, livelihoods, economies and basic infrastructure. As International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 nears, here’s all you need to know about the history and significance of the day.

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 Date

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 will be observed on Friday, October 13.

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 Theme

This year, the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 theme is ‘Fighting inequality for a resilient future.

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction History

The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction was started in 1989. The day was established after a call by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) for a day to promote a global culture of risk awareness and disaster reduction. Every year on October 13, International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction celebrates how people and communities around the world are reducing their exposure to disasters and raising awareness about the importance of reining in the risks that they face. In 2009, the UN General Assembly decided to designate October 13 as the official date to mark this day.

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction Significance

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction holds great significance as the day aims to promote a global culture of natural disaster reduction, including prevention, mitigation, and preparedness. According to data by the UN, with current climate projections, the world will face some 560 disasters per year by 2030. It further added that about 75% of extreme weather events are currently connected to climate change. This day urges governments and communities of the world to take part in building more disaster-resilient communities and nations.

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