the undrr brings governments, partners, and communities together to reduce disaster risk and losses and to ensure a safer, sustainable future.

undp works to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities through the sustainable development of nations, in more than 170 countries and territories.

the economic and social commission for asia and the pacific serves as the united nations’ regional hub promoting cooperation among countries to achieve inclusive and sustainable development. it is the largest regional intergovernmental platform with 53 member states and 9 associate members.

devex is the media platform for the global development community.

with 189 member countries, the world bank group is a unique global partnership fighting poverty worldwide through sustainable solutions.

hinsehen, analysieren, einmischen: wir engagieren uns für globale gerechtigkeit und den erhalt der lebensgrundlagen.

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