From early warning to early action: Making anticipatory work at the last mile

This session at the Global Summit for DRR 2026 explored how local actors transform early warning signals, risk data, and predictive analytics into timely anticipatory action. It highlighted approaches used where climate shocks intersect with food insecurity, gender inequality, and limited connectivity, showcasing practical strategies, partnerships, and community-driven innovations that enable faster, inclusive, and context-responsive early action. Featuring: Gavin White Trust Antony Chinyama Dann Diez Francesca Laura Cavallo www.gndr.org