Venue
International Conference Centre Geneva (CICG)
Organized by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)
Hosted by the Government of Switzerland
The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction is the main global forum to assess and discuss progress on the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. The eighth session of the Global Platform (GP2025) will be organized by the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) from 2 to 6 June 2025, in Geneva, Switzerland, hosted by the Government of Switzerland. The event will be co-chaired by the Government of Switzerland and UNDRR.
The next Global Platform will constitute an important milestone between the High-Level meeting on the midterm review of the Sendai Framework (May 2023) and the five final years before the Sendai Framework will come to an end. The event is expected to assess and discuss progress made in the implementation of the recommendations put forward through the Political Declaration adopted by the UN General Assembly in May 2023, and to give practical guidance to accelerate its further implementation. GP2025 offers a chance for all stakeholders to recommit, with urgency, to accelerate progress on disaster risk reduction towards the achievement of sustainable development.
“We look forward to the global and regional platforms for disaster risk reduction to be held before 2030 to assess and discuss progress on and give practical guidance to the implementation of the Sendai Framework, including on the implementation of the present political declaration.”
Political Declaration of the high-level meeting on the midterm review of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, paragraph 43.
The GP2025 agenda will be guided by the Sendai Framework, in particular its goal, four priorities for action and seven global targets, as well as the key priorities identified in the midterm review of the Sendai Framework, GP2022 Co-Chairs’ Summary and Regional Platform meetings that will take place in 2024.
Engagement in the Global Platform preparation process
To ensure that the GP2025 will effectively contribute to shaping and changing the current course of DRR (Disaster Risk Reduction) implementation, the conceptual structure of the next Global Platform will be built around the recommendations, priorities and calls to action identified in the Political Declaration. Furthermore, the development of the GP2025 programme will take into account emerging risks, outcomes of the previous Global and Regional Platforms, global policy context, and links to other international frameworks and processes, as well as inputs received from governments, stakeholders and the UN system. Additionally, crosscutting themes and questions throughout the conference will aid in identifying crucial gaps, assessing progress, deriving lessons learned, recognizing good practices, and proposing actionable and practical measures to rectify the course in the implementation of the Sendai Framework.
Stakeholder coordination
The GP2025 will be organized in an inclusive, consultative, and open manner. Wide stakeholder consultation and participation in the Global Platform will be encouraged, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility by all groups. The engagement of stakeholder groups in the GP2025 will be facilitated through the UNDRR Stakeholder Engagement Mechanism.
GP2025 format
The official programme of the GP2025 will be conducted in all six official UN languages. International Sign Interpretation and Real Time Captioning will be provided. The event will take over five days, including two preparatory days (2-3 June) and three official days (4-6 June). More information on the preparations for the GP2025 will be made available on a dedicated website as planning progresses.
For further information on the GP2025, please contact globalplatform@un.org
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators Identified in the Article
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.5: By 2030, significantly reduce the number of deaths and the number of people affected and substantially decrease the direct economic losses relative to global gross domestic product caused by disasters, including water-related disasters, with a focus on protecting the poor and people in vulnerable situations | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
| SDG 13: Climate Action | Target 13.1: Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
| SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals | Target 17.17: Encourage and promote effective public, public-private, and civil society partnerships, building on the experience and resourcing strategies of partnerships | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
The article discusses the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, which aims to assess and discuss progress on the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. This framework is closely connected to SDG 11, which focuses on creating sustainable cities and communities.
SDG 13: Climate Action
The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction also aims to strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters. This aligns with SDG 13, which focuses on taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
The article mentions the importance of stakeholder coordination and inclusive participation in the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction. This relates to SDG 17, which emphasizes the need for partnerships to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Target 11.5: By 2030, significantly reduce the number of deaths and the number of people affected and substantially decrease the direct economic losses relative to global gross domestic product caused by disasters, including water-related disasters, with a focus on protecting the poor and people in vulnerable situations
The Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction aims to assess progress in implementing the Sendai Framework, which includes measures to reduce the impact of disasters on human lives, livelihoods, and economies. This aligns with Target 11.5 of SDG 11.
Target 13.1: Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries
The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction also focuses on strengthening resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters. This aligns with Target 13.1 of SDG 13.
Target 17.17: Encourage and promote effective public, public-private, and civil society partnerships, building on the experience and resourcing strategies of partnerships
The article highlights the importance of stakeholder coordination and inclusive participation in the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction. This relates to Target 17.17 of SDG 17, which emphasizes the need for effective partnerships.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
No specific indicators are mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets.
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