Regional Workshop on Disaster Related Statistics

Disasters continue to have an ever-increasing impact on life, well-being and sustainable development. Given these impacts, there is high demand at the local, national and international levels for quality, integrated statistics to inform all phases of the disaster risk management cycle. Disaster related statistics are not only relevant to those working to prepare and respond to disasters but also to the public at large, research institutions and policy analysts at the local and national levels. For instance, national disaster management agencies need disaggregated and georeferenced information on population, including vulnerable groups, as well as critical infrastructure. Similarly, ministries of finance need information on climate related risks to better prepare for potential shocks to the economy.