UN OFFICE FOR DISASTER RISK REDUCTION

Promoting Disaster Defensibility

We might be tired of living in unprecedented times- but that doesn’t mean we can stop preparing for them! Whether it’s climate change, pandemics, or anything in between, it’s crucial that we work to prevent and mitigate the effects of disasters. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, UNDRR-Africa supports 44 member states in achieving their Disaster Risk Reduction goals. As a representative of UNDRR-Africa, you will be tasked with answering one of the most complex questions in today’s world: How can we predict and prevent disasters before they happen? In this committee, you will have the opportunity to stretch your creative mind to tackle real-world issues such as disaster defensibility. For those interested in topics such as sustainability, global development, and security, this might be the committee for you! As a UNDRR-Africa representative, you will work to prevent the loss of valuable human lives and improve the resilience of states in the face of disaster.