Disaster risk

The incidence, severity, and impact of natural disasters is expected to escalate. International funding sources often one option, but often these are limited and not sustainable over the long term, particularly in fragile and conflict-afflicted states. It is vital for countries to consider alternative financing strategies to scale up their disaster response.

We respond to this challenge by designing, implementing, and evaluating policies and strategies that provide for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery, and helping governments understand and implement risk financing measures. Our projects focus on diverse areas including flood management, vulnerability assessment, early warning, emergency cash-transfers, and disaster insurance.