The document discusses the importance of involving children and youth in disaster risk reduction efforts. It notes that children are greatly impacted by disasters and climate change. Involving children in DRR activities helps ensure their rights are upheld and allows them to convey important messages. The document then provides examples of how to engage children, such as through school curriculum, peer exchanges, and competitions. It also presents case studies of successful child-led DRR projects and describes one organization's efforts in developing educational materials and assessing needs for child-centered DRR programs.

1. Children and Youth at the Center of Disaster Risk Reduction Asian Pacific Forum: Youth Action on Climate Change Bangkok, January 2011 Nguyen Dieu Linh Center for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change

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