Integration of Anticipatory Action in DRM Plans

Output

number (or %) of supported disaster risk management plans [developed / revised] that integrate anticipatory action

This indicator measures how many local disaster risk management (DRM) plans supported by the project have been developed or revised to include anticipatory action measures. That is, specific actions, roles, and funding mechanisms to be activated before a forecasted hazard occurs. Integrating anticipatory action into DRM plans demonstrates institutional readiness to shift from reactive response to proactive risk management.

Determine the indicator’s value by using the following methodology:

 

1) List all disaster risk management (DRM) plans that were developed or revised with the project’s technical or financial support.

2) Define what counts as integration of Anticipatory Action. A DRM plan should be counted as integrating Anticipatory Action only if it includes all three of the following elements:

• Pre-agreed forecast-based triggers specifying when Anticipatory Action is activated, based on forecasts or other clearly defined early warning thresholds (quantitative or qualitative), applied consistently

• A list of anticipatory actions to be implemented before hazard impact

• Clearly defined responsible institutions for activation and implementation

3) Review each DRM plan and its supporting documents (e.g., annexes, SOPs, activation protocols) to confirm that the Anticipatory Action elements in Step 2 are included. Use a simple checklist based on the three criteria (Step 2) to ensure consistent review across plans. Validate the document review through key informant interviews with local DRM officials/committees and triangulate with at least one additional source (e.g., meeting minutes, activation records).

Where feasible, confirm whether community representatives or local stakeholders were consulted during DRM plan development or revision, and note this as contextual information.

 

4) To calculate the indicator’s value, count the total number of DRM plans that integrate Anticipatory Action according to the defined criteria. If total plans in the target area are known, you can also show the result as a percentage of all DRM plans reviewed.

Disaggregate by type of plan, types of hazards covered and other relevant criteria.

1) Focus only on DRM plans developed or revised with the project’s support, as these are the ones where project influence on integrating Anticipatory Action can be demonstrated.

 

2) Do not count plans that only mention Anticipatory Action. A plan should not be counted if it lacks clear triggers, specific actions, or defined responsible institutions.

 

3) Where possible, note whether plans include dedicated funding or resource allocation for Anticipatory Action. Although not required for this indicator, recording whether plans include a dedicated budget or resource allocation for early actions strengthens the evidence base. See Preparedness Funding indicator guidance.

 

4) Keep documentation as verification evidence by maintaining copies of reviewed plans, meeting notes or approval letters. Keep this documentation simple by recording the plan name, date adopted or revised, which Anticipatory Action elements are included, and relevant page references.