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Words into Action Guide
Introduction to the Initiative
This initiative is an extension to the Words into Action (WiA) Guide for traditional and indigenous knowledges for Disaster Risk Reduction jointly developed by UNDRR and ICCROM. The WiA gives guidance in translating the Sendai Framework into credible and implementable actions for disaster risk reduction (DRR).
Focus on Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge
This initiative emphasizes the application of traditional and indigenous knowledge systems rather than merely rediscovering these. It outlines existing ways in which this knowledge has/is being used to reduce, prepare for, and respond to disasters, adding to the guidance document.
Practical Reference and Capacity Building
The repository provides a practical reference to build the capacity of various stakeholders in the DRR community, including administrative bodies, disaster risk management professionals, local people, and indigenous communities, among others.