Understanding Risk

People working together in a room
1 hour
Understanding Risk
Cross-sectoral
Urbanism/Cities
English
Delivery Modality
Online self-paced
Theme
Risk Information
Climate and Disaster Risk Assessment
Information Management Systems
Screening & Surveillance Systems
Audience
Civil Society & Community-Based Organizations
Field Level Professionals
Government
NDMO/Civil Protection
Sectoral Ministries
UN Staff
Agencies
GFDRR
Certification
No

This e-learning course will explain how risk characteristics are identified, how this information is used to assess overall risk, and how this information is used to address risk. The course is an important prerequisite to the more detailed and intensive workshop provided by the Global Practice. The course provides staff with foundational understanding and knowledge of the core concepts and ideas around Disaster Risk Management today. The interactive online format allows participants to explore:

the models and mini case histories applicable to Disaster Risk Management including the functions of the Risk, Exposure, and Vulnerability model as explained through interactive exercises and mini-case studies, as well as the different DRM products available today and how they are applied.

This e-learning course was developed with financial support from the European Union (EU) in the framework of the ACP-EU Africa Disaster Risk Financing Initiative, managed by the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery.