Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DiDRR)
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Ensuring that persons with disabilities are included, protected, and supported before, during, and after disasters.
Understanding Disability-Inclusive DRR
Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction ensures that persons with disabilities are fully considered in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. It recognizes that disasters disproportionately affect them due to physical, communication, attitudinal, and systemic barriers.
ASI works with communities, local authorities, and humanitarian actors to create DRR systems that are accessible, inclusive, equitable, and resilient.
Inclusive Early Warning Systems
Accessible Evacuation Plans
Risk Awareness for All
Disability Data in DRR Planning
Inclusive Response & Recovery
Community-Based Preparedness
Why Disability Inclusion in DRR Matters
Persons with disabilities face higher risks during disasters.
Lack of accessible infrastructure, early-warning messages, and mobility challenges increase vulnerability.
DRR often overlooks disability considerations.
Many community plans do not include accessible evacuation procedures or disability-specific needs.
Inclusive DRR strengthens community resilience.
When everyone is included, preparedness improves and recovery is faster.
Global & National Obligations.
DiDRR aligns with: UNCRPD, Sendai Framework for DRR, National Disability & DRR Policies
Our Disability-Inclusive DRR Interventions
ASI implements community-based, inclusive DRR actions to ensure preparedness and resilience for all.
Inclusive Disaster Preparedness Training
Training communities, OPDs, leaders, and frontline responders on inclusive DRR practices.
Accessible Early Warning Systems
Developing messages in sign language, audio, visuals, and other accessible formats.
Evacuation Planning for Persons with Disabilities
Creating evacuation routes, safe shelters, and contingency plans that accommodate mobility, sensory, and cognitive needs.
Inclusive Disaster Committees
Ensuring persons with disabilities are represented in community disaster and emergency committees.
Household Preparedness Support
Guidance for families, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities to develop personal emergency plans.
Disability Data Collection for DRR
Mapping disability-specific risks and vulnerabilities to guide planning.
Climate Adaptation & Resilience Activities
Supporting accessible climate-smart initiatives such as flood preparedness, drought mitigation, and environmental protection.
Strengthening Humanitarian Coordination
Working with government and NGOs to integrate disability inclusion into humanitarian frameworks.
How We Implement DiDRR
Risk & Vulnerability Assessments
Mapping community risks with a disability lens.
Capacity Building
Training committees, teachers, responders, and youth.
Inclusive Planning Workshops
Developing DRR plans that reflect diverse disability needs.
Infrastructure Accessibility Guidance
Shelters, schools, and evacuation points improved for access.
Community Engagement & Awareness
Dialogue sessions, IEC materials, and simulation drills.
Monitoring & Post-disaster Learning
Learning reviews and adaptation of best practices.
Who We Support
Persons with disabilities
Older persons
Women and girls with disabilities
Community disaster committees
Caregivers
Schools & child protection actors
Local authorities & first responders
OPDs
Strengthen Resilience With Us
Your support helps communities prepare for emergencies, protect lives, and build inclusive resilience for persons with disabilities.