1.2.2. Economic Vulnerability

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define vulnerability in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about why some people are affected more than others by disasters.

2. 2.

   What are two factors that contribute to social vulnerability?

   Hint

   Consider demographics when thinking about vulnerability.

3. 3.

   What is vulnerability?

   • A measure of physical strength
   • The condition making individuals susceptible to harm
   • A type of disaster

   Hint

   Consider how disasters affect different people.

4. 4.

   True or False: Economic vulnerability only includes income.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about all elements that influence financial resilience.

5. 5.

   Consider a recent disaster in your area. Analyze how different vulnerabilities (social, economic, physical) affected its impact on various populations.

   Hint

   Look at news reports and community feedback.

6. 6.

   Create a disaster preparedness plan for a community with high vulnerability levels. Include measures that address economic, social, and physical vulnerabilities.

   Hint

   Think about existing frameworks and how they can be improved.