Our research recognises that disaster risk and development are closely linked: it is development processes that largely determine who and what is exposed to risk as well how much, and how effectively they can respond. SEI works to integrate disaster risk reduction with equitable, sustainable and resilient development.
View all on Disaster riskThis report examines the potential role of social protection mechanisms in building resilience to slow-onset climate change impacts.
A loss and damage fund linked to rich countries’ mitigation efforts could levy new funds to address "perfect storm" of flooding, COVID-19 and economic hardship.
An assessment of progress towards the targets of the Sendai Framework in terms of gender-responsive and disability-inclusiveness.
This article examines the need for equity and social justice in transformation.
We need an intersectional understanding of drivers and impacts to enhance the human security of people who migrate and those who stay behind.
A study finds that aid provided by the UN in the aftermath of climate-related disasters is driven by humanitarian needs rather than by strategic donor interest.
This report proposes a dashboard based on the two planetary boundaries of climate change and nature, to help strengthen resilience against future shocks.