1.2.1 - Social Vulnerability
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Practice Questions
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What do we mean by vulnerability in the context of disasters?
💡 Hint: Think about factors that can put people at risk.
Name one social factor that can make a community vulnerable.
💡 Hint: Consider demographics of the population.
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What is the definition of vulnerability in disaster risk?
💡 Hint: It encompasses socio-economic and physical factors.
True or False: Women typically face less vulnerability than men in disaster scenarios.
💡 Hint: Consider socio-economic opportunities.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a community of your choice and identify its social vulnerabilities. Propose ways to strengthen its resilience.
💡 Hint: Look at age, gender, and socio-economic data.
Create a case study on how physical vulnerability impacted a recent disaster in your area.
💡 Hint: Research local incidents and draw connections.
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