Abstract
<title>Abstract</title> <p> Children with disabilities in remote archipelagic regions face disproportionate disaster risks, yet evidence on inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) remains fragmented. This systematic literature review synthesizes 78 empirical and theoretical studies following PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Despite increased research since the Sendai Framework, children with disabilities continue to be largely excluded from DRR planning and practice. Geographic isolation, multiple hazard exposure, and limited access to specialized services further intensify their vulnerability. The review identifies indigenous knowledge, family engagement, and Universal Design as emerging strategies for strengthening resilience, although their implementation remains limited. Based on these findings, the study proposes the <bold>Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction for Children with Disabilities in Archipelagic Regions (IDRR-CDAR) Framework</bold> to guide policy, practice, and future research. It also highlights critical methodological and contextual gaps, offering directions for advancing inclusive DRR in low- and middle-income countries and Small Island Developing States </p>