Disaster risk management must be the responsibility of governments. However, its success also depends on widespread decision-making and the participation of many others. Policy direction and legal foundations assure legitimacy but it is the professional and human resources available, on the ground, that are a true measure of success.

This paper discuss on the introduction to institutional frameworks for disaster reduction; policy frameworks in practice; national planning processes, with multisectoral responsibilities; and risk reduction plans linked to specific responsibilities, policies and practices; Full paper in PDF format (1.87MB); Number of pages: 47p