The Annual APFM and IDMP Meetings / Flood and Drought Forum is a key international event focused on integrated flood and drought management, climate resilience, and water-related disaster risk reduction. Bringing together experts from governments, UN agencies, research institutions, river basin organizations, and civil society, the forum advances practical solutions for managing hydrological extremes in a changing climate.
Organized under the frameworks of the Associated Programme on Flood Management (APFM) and the Integrated Drought Management Programme (IDMP), the meeting provides a collaborative platform to exchange knowledge, strengthen policy frameworks, and promote early warning systems, risk-informed planning, and community resilience.
Key Themes
- Integrated Flood Management (IFM) and Integrated Drought Management (IDM)
- Climate Change Adaptation and Water Security
- Early Warning Systems and Forecast-Based Action
- Nature-Based Solutions for Flood and Drought Risk Reduction
- Data, Monitoring, and Hydro-Meteorological Services
- Transboundary Water Cooperation and Basin-Level Planning
- Community-Based Resilience and Local Action
Who Should Attend
The forum is designed for professionals working in water resources, disaster risk reduction, and climate adaptation, including:
- Water management authorities and river basin organizations
- Meteorological and hydrological service providers
- Disaster risk reduction and emergency management agencies
- Climate and environmental policymakers
- Researchers and academic experts in hydrology and climate science
- NGOs and development organizations focused on resilience
What Participants Will Gain
Through technical sessions, policy dialogues, and networking opportunities, participants will gain:
- Insights into best practices for flood and drought risk management
- Knowledge of innovative tools for monitoring, forecasting, and early action
- Opportunities to collaborate on integrated water and climate resilience strategies
- Connections with global experts advancing sustainable water management
Why This Forum Matters
Floods and droughts are among the most damaging climate-related hazards worldwide. The Annual APFM and IDMP Meetings / Flood and Drought Forum supports coordinated, science-based approaches that reduce vulnerability, strengthen preparedness, and promote long-term water and climate resilience at local, national, and transboundary levels.
