Brief Communication: Rejuvenating and strengthening the science–policy interface required to implement the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction
Abstract
Here we reflect on progress towards the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, focusing on the health of the global-level science–policy interface. Reflecting on the 2025 Global Platform for Disaster Reduction, we identify weaknesses in mechanisms for scientific engagement. While the Sendai Framework highlights science as foundational to risk reduction, engagement remains limited by ad hoc structures and unclear processes. This article proposes three steps to revitalise the science–policy interface, emphasising inclusivity, synthesising scholarly contributions to support knowledge sharing, and dedicated thematic forums. Strengthening this science–policy interface is essential to realising the Sendai Framework's objectives through to and beyond 2030.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research
Disaster Management and Resilience
Global Health and Surgery
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Natural hazards and earth system sciences
- Publisher
- Copernicus GmbH
- Volume
- 26
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 271–278
- Publication date
- 19 January 2026
- Language
- EN