National Disaster Risk Management Project
National Disaster Risk Management Project is a project designed to strengthen disaster preparedness and mainstream disaster risk management in Tajikistan. The project supports institutional reforms, hazard mapping, early warning and response systems, and the development of climate-resilient infrastructure to reduce economic losses and displacement caused by natural hazards, directly benefiting rural communities and the agricultural sector.
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
National Disaster Risk Management Project is a project designed to strengthen disaster preparedness and mainstream disaster risk management in Tajikistan. The project supports institutional reforms, hazard mapping, early warning and response systems, and the development of climate-resilient infrastructure to reduce economic losses and displacement caused by natural hazards, directly benefiting rural communities and the agricultural sector.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
The project leverages GIS, satellite data, and sensors to conduct multi-hazard vulnerability and risk assessments, prepare hazard maps, and support early warning and response systems for disaster risk management.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
The main beneficiaries are public sector agencies and rural communities in Tajikistan. The project provides capacity building, training, and equipment to strengthen institutional and community resilience to natural hazards.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
The project is financed through grant funding from the Asian Development Bank, with counterpart contributions from the Government of Tajikistan. Technical assistance, analytical work and capacity-building activities are provided to national institutions as part of project implementation.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
National Disaster Risk Management Project has supported the preparation of national, sub-national, and sector-wise disaster risk management plans, enhanced hazard mapping and early warning systems, and provided resilient shelters and essential services for displaced persons. The project aims to reduce economic losses and displacement from natural hazards and enhance the resilience of vulnerable communities in Tajikistan.
PartnersOrganizations and stakeholders involved in the initiative.
Government of the Republic of Tajikistan; Committee of Emergency Situations and Civil Defence (CESCD); Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC)
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
Better environment
Better life
Better production
