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Photo: United Nations Sustainable development Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (1987 Brundtland Commission). Disaster risk is associated with unsustainable elements of development such as environmental degradation, while conversely disaster risk reduction can contribute to the achievement of sustainable development, through reduced losses and improved social, environmental and economic development practices. Sustainable urban development Sustainable urban development is the spatial physical manifestation of urban development processes that creates a built environment with norms, institutions and governance systems enabling individuals, households and societies to maximize their potential, optimize a vast range of services so that homes and dynamic neighbourhoods, cities and towns are planned, built, renewed and consolidated restraining adverse impacts on the environment while safeguarding the quality of life, needs and livelihood of its present and future populations (UN-Habitat). Resilience Resilience means the ability of a system, community or society exposed to hazards to resist, absorb, accommodate to and recover from the effects of the hazard in a timely and efficient manner, including through the preservation and restoration of its essential basic structures and functions (UNISDR). Resilience focuses investment on increasing a city area’s overall ability to support a vibrant, healthy society and economy under a wide range of circumstances (ICLEI). Risk Risk is the combination of the probability of an event and its negative consequences. Risk is the product of both the degree of exposure to a hazard and the sensitivity of the affected population (i.e. their vulnerability) to that particular hazard. Vulnerability The characteristics and circumstances of a community, system or asset that make it susceptible to the damaging effects of a hazard. (There are many aspects of vulnerability, arising from various physical, social, economic, and environmental factors. Examples may include poor design and construction of buildings, inadequate protection of assets, lack of public information and awareness, limited official recognition of risks and preparedness measures, and disregard for wise environmental management. Vulnerability varies significantly within a community and over time. This definition identifies vulnerability as a characteristic of the element of interest (community, system or asset) which is independent of its exposure. However, in common use the word is often used more broadly to include the element’s exposure.) See more terms at: www.unisdr.org/terminology 92 | Making Cities Resilient Report 2012
ANNEXES Annex 3 Local Government Self-Assessment Tool for Disaster Resilience Why use the Local Government Self-Assessment Tool Using the Local Government Self-Assessment Tool will help to set baselines, identify gaps, plan actions and have comparable data across local governments, within the country and globally, to measure advancements over time. By using this universal tool, through a multi-stakeholder consultation, cities and local governments can argue for priority setting and budget allocations within the city council and with the national government. Online Local Government Self-Assessment Tool: The online HFA monitoring system is hosted on the website www.preventionweb.net/english/hyogo/hfa-monitoring. It can also be accessed through the Campaign website www.unisdr.org/campaign. Access to the online system requires a registration process, facilitated by the UNISDR regional offices and the respective national focal point for disaster risk reduction. Each local government user will be provided a unique user ID and password to access the system. Detailed guidelines on the local government self assessment tool are also available online. TABLE A.1: Scoring Scale - Level of Progress The status and level of progress in the self-assessment shall be measured on a scale of 1-5, which will help score progress over time. More guidance is available online. LEVEL OF PROGRESS DESCRIPTION OF LEVEL OF PROGRESS FOR OVERALL RANKING FOR EACH QUESTION (add narrative comments on context and challenges) 5 4 3 2 1 Comprehensive achievement has been attained, with the commitment and capacities to sustain efforts at all levels. Substantial achievement has been attained, but with some recognised deficiencies in commitment, financial resources or operational capacities. There is some institutional commitment and capacities to achieving DRR, but progress is not comprehensive or substantial. Achievements have been made but are incomplete, and while improvements are planned, the commitment and capacities are limited. Achievements are minor and there are few signs of planning or forward action to improve the situation. Making Cities Resilient Report 2012 | 93
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