The Hyogo Framework for Action (2005) and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015) highlighted several actions toward disaster risk reduction (DRR), including the need of capacity building on education for DRR that considers the needs of different subjects. However, few studies have addressed the issue of DRR education in developing countries such as Brazil. The aim of this paper is to describe and analyze some formal and informal initiatives on DRR education, focusing on the case study of five experiences in Rio de Janeiro state, one of the most hazardous areas in Brazil. The analysis of these five experiences revealed different methods, subjects and means of implementation. The findings show the need of greater engagement of educational sector in DRR agenda in order to create a network of educators.
