21. Evidence-Based Knowledge
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) education at school levels is critical for empowering children to understand and address risks. Effective collaboration among various sectors, including scientific and policy-making communities, is necessary to enhance legal frameworks and coordination, address health issues in disaster contexts, and build community resilience. Moreover, fostering self-reliance through participatory approaches builds trust among communities and government entities.
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What we have learnt
- Disaster risk reduction strategies must be integrated into school education.
- Collaboration across disciplines enhances understanding and management of risks.
- Health concerns related to disasters include both known and unknown risks, emphasizing the need for preparedness.
Key Concepts
- -- Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
- Strategies aimed at minimizing vulnerabilities and disaster risks in schools and communities.
- -- Community Coordination
- The collaboration and communication between a community and its various stakeholders to effectively respond to risks.
- -- Health Risks in Disasters
- Direct and indirect health risks that emerge during and after a disaster, including the spread of diseases.
- -- Participatory Approaches
- Engagement of community members in disaster risk management efforts to foster self-reliance and trust.
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