GFDRR Video Documentaries

GFDRR: Three Years Building Resiliency Across the World

In September 2006, major donors launched the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery to support the implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action. Three years after its inception, GFDRR has become a true global partnership to mainstream disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation for sustainable development. This 3-minute video provides insights into GFDRR's unique business model and testimonies from donors, partners and governments from disaster-prone countries which are benefitting with GFDRR programs.

GFDRR Disaster Risk Reduction Efforts in Madagascar

This video highlights the upgrade and adoption of cyclone-proof building norms for public buildings, one of the key components of GFDRRs disaster risk mitigation program in Madagascar. The program of assistance extended through the GFDDR supports the countrys strong political will to shift from a policy of disaster response to one of prevention and mitigation.

Learn More About Disaster Risk Reduction Efforts: India

This 7-minute mini-documentary shows life in the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu five years after the Tsunami. The Vulnerability Reduction of Coastal Communities (VRCC) program was prepared with the support of GFDDR and demonstrates a major shift from re-active to pro-active disaster risk management in India.

Investing Today for Safer Tomorrow: Disaster Risk Reduction in Action

This mini documentary developed by Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) focuses on the urgent need of reducing disaster risks. It showcases experiences from Indonesia (Banda Aceh), Haiti and Malawi, looking at different ways to significantly increase resiliency of communities.

Don't Blame All on Natural Disasters

With the natural and geographical conditions of Viet Nam, Vietnamese people have to co-exist with natural disasters. Although natural disasters are unavoidable, its catastrophic impacts can be prevetned and mitigated.