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International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction was observed on October 13, 2024.

Important Days | Dated: 23 Oct 2024

The United Nations (UN) International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) is observed worldwide every year on October 13. Its purpose is to promote a global culture of awareness about risks and disaster reduction.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - IDDRR encourages the implementation of frameworks like the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (SFDRR) for 2015-2030, which focuses on reducing disaster risks and improving global preparedness.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The theme for International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) 2024 is "Empowering the Next Generation for a Resilient Future."
  • (ii) In 2009, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted resolution A/RES/64/200, officially designating October 13 as the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR).
  • (iii) Since 2010, IDDRR has been observed annually on October 13.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

When is the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction recently observed?

Correct Answer: October 13

🚀 Quick Recap:

About the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

  • Head: Kamal Kishore
  • Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland