The Disaster Risk Management Bureau (DRMB) of the Somali Regional State was established to strengthen the region’s capacity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to disasters affecting vulnerable communities and livelihoods. Disaster risk management has become a key priority in Ethiopia due to the increasing frequency of natural and human-induced hazards such as droughts, floods, and conflicts that significantly affect food security, livelihoods, and the well-being of communities.

Over time, Ethiopia has developed a comprehensive Disaster Risk Management (DRM) framework that emphasizes prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and resilience building. In line with these national policies and strategies, the Somali Regional State established the Disaster Risk Management Bureau to coordinate disaster risk reduction activities and ensure effective disaster response mechanisms across the region. The bureau plays a central role in monitoring disaster risks, strengthening early warning systems, coordinating emergency response operations, and supporting recovery and rehabilitation programs following disasters.

The Somali Region is particularly vulnerable to various hazards such as recurrent droughts, floods, conflicts, and other climate-related risks that significantly affect livelihoods, food security, and the well-being of communities. These challenges have made disaster risk management a critical priority for the region. Through collaboration with government institutions, humanitarian organizations, development partners, and local communities, the Disaster Risk Management Bureau works to reduce disaster risks, improve preparedness and response capacity, and strengthen the resilience of communities across the Somali Regional State.