Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction (CBDRR)

Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction (CBDRR) is an approach that involves local communities in planning and implementing strategies to minimize the impact of disasters. It empowers residents to identify hazards, assess vulnerabilities, and develop preparedness and response plans suited to their specific context. By actively engaging communities, CBDRR improves resilience, ensures that solutions are culturally appropriate, and fosters local ownership of disaster risk management efforts. This participatory process helps communities better anticipate, withstand, and recover from disasters, ultimately reducing their risks and strengthening local capacity to handle emergencies.