 Effective Disaster Response and Recovery The second pillar focuses on minimizing and managing, as best we can, the risks associated with climate-related disasters. This will require the development of a strong evidence base for decision-making. To allow us to better plan for and manage the damage caused by extreme weather events, we will improve the structure of our disaster management systems and strengthen the planning process through relevant protocols and enactment of appropriate legislation. This pillar is in line with the promotion of Dominica as 'The Nature Isle.' Our natural resources. are the foundation of who we are and what we do. They provide the substrate on which all social and economic development is built. It is imperative therefore, that all measures to protect our natural environment and ecosystems and to properly manage our forests, watersheds, and marine spaces are considered.