The Post-2015 International DRR Framework (HFA2)


In March 2015, the 3rd UN World Conference on DRR takes place in Japan. Its key goal is the adoption of a post-2015 international DRR framework (HFA2). This framework will be developed in substance during two Preparatory meetings (PrepComs) in Geneva in 2014. Beyond the HFA2 however, the WCDRR promotes the inter-connectedness with and inclusion of DRR in the post-2015 Sustainable Development Goals, the post-Kyoto Framework and the World Humanitarian Summit (May 2016). In line with its strategic objectives, SDC contributes to this process substantially and actively.

Country/region Topic Period Budget
Global
Climate change and environment
Other
nothemedefined
Disaster risk reduction DRR
Sector not specified
01.01.2014 - 30.06.2016
CHF  2’125’000
Background

The progress of the international community in making DRR a priority is built on the knowledge and experience developed by countries and other stakeholders over the past several decades. Switzerland is respected internationally in this field and plays an important role in the promotion of the global disaster risk reduction agenda.

Objectives

Contributing to an inclusive, results-oriented HFA2 process, to the improvement of international institutional structures (“fit-for-pupose”) and, consequently, to a new and improved global framework which better addresses future challenges relating to DRR. Beyond this, promotion of DRR as a transversal theme in major policy frameworks and, first and foremost, underlining the need to establish a risk-robust development agenda.

Target groups

UNISDR,HFA member states, PrepComs / WCDRR stakeholders, Relevant UN agencies, development banks, regional organizations, Civil society, business and research representatives.

Medium-term outcomes

To substantially contribute to the objectives of the 3rd World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction as specified in the 2013 UN General Assembly resolution. Key objectives include: Adopt a Post-2015 Framework for DRR (HFA2; Promote political leadership and commitment for an effective implementation of the HFA2; Ensure and secure close linkages of the HFA2 with the sustainable development agenda; Determine modalities for international DRR governance, monitoring and periodic review of the implementation of a post-2015 framework for DRR.

Results

Results from previous phases:  

Within the Swiss Federal Administration, the managing lead for the post-2015 DRR framework process lies with SDC’s Multilateral Affairs-H Division, where the thematic DRR network is institutionally anchored. SDC has been active in multilateral policy development and advocacy, not least in support of the establishment of UNISDR and the 2005-2015 Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA).


Directorate/federal office responsible SDC
Credit area Humanitarian aid
Project partners Contract partner
International or foreign NGO
United Nations Organization (UNO)
  • Overseas Development Institute
  • Swiss Humanitarian Aid Unit
  • United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Wilton Park
  • UNISDR, Wilton Park, Overseas Development Institute (ODI)


Budget Current phase Swiss budget CHF    2’125’000 Swiss disbursement to date CHF    2’070’690
Project phases Phase 9 01.03.2024 - 31.12.2025   (Current phase)

Phase 7 01.01.2014 - 30.06.2016   (Active)