Boosting Local Disaster Risk Reduction Planning: Training on INFORM Subnational Risk Methodology and INFORM - MapAction Partnership

We are excited to share the latest advancements in the INFORM Subnational risk models developments. The INFORM subnational risk models support national authorities with disaster risk reduction planning at the local level. 

National actors lead and fund the development  with local stakeholders. It is locally–owned process under the umbrella of INOFRM initiative that provides limited technical support service. This ensures sustainability, local support, and integration into decision-making processes to build local capacity while maintaining quality standards.  

The Training on the INFORM Subnational Risk Methodology for MapAction with  INFORM technical partners
The recent training  on the INFORM Subnational Risk methodology, organized by the DRMKC from September 19th to 21st, marked a significant achievement in supporting the development of INFORM Subnational risk models.

Technical partners from OCHA, UNDRR, UNICEF,  responsible for developing and maintaining INFORM Subnational risk models, and MapAction, a new INFORM partner, came together to enhance their understanding of the methodology and exchange experiences in model development and implementation.

MapAction has offered to provide technical support for those interested in creating INFORM Subnational risk models. The training aimed to equip MapAction with the necessary skills to assist INFORM Subnational model owners.

Centralized support system for INFORM subnational processes with INFORM-MapAction Partnership
The initiative has progressed with the creation of a central support system involving three key organizations: Global INFORM Coordinator (OCHA), Global INFORM Scientific Lead (JRC), and Global technical support for INFORM Subnational (MapAction). This system will function through the INFORM website, enabling local stakeholders and partners to submit assistance requests customized to their requirements.

MapAction is currently updating the INFORM subnational risk model for Niger and creating a new model for Eswatini. Their partnership with INFORM enhances support for countries in developing these models, enabling better understanding of risks and evidence-based disaster risk management planning.