In order to support the Government of Burundi in the implementation of the CSLP, the PNRC, the PNRC, the MDGs, the Hyogo Framework for Action (2005-2015), the UNDP program initiated a project to support capacity building in the prevention and management of natural risks and disasters over two years from 2008 and 2009. The general objective of this project is to strengthen the capacities of the Government, civil society and citizens in the prevention and management of natural risks and disasters with a long-term vision of improving food security in a better preserved environment and the sustainable management of natural resources.