4. Livelihood Assets and Capital

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does vulnerability mean?

   Hint

   Think about the external factors that can expose people to harm.

2. 2.

   Name one type of livelihood asset.

   Hint

   There are five types; remember to name one.

3. 3.

   What are the five types of livelihood assets?

   • Human
   • Social
   • Financial
   • Physical
   • Natural
   • Human
   • Environmental
   • Economic
   • Political
   • Technological

   Hint

   Think about the various capitals we've reviewed in class.

4. 4.

   True or False: Vulnerability only refers to natural disasters.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the different types of shocks we have discussed.

5. 5.

   Analyze a community that faces repeated natural disasters. What strategies could it employ to strengthen its social capital and livelihoods?

   Hint

   Consider structural and social improvements.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how changing political climates impact the sustainable livelihoods framework.

   Hint

   Look at factors of governance discussed in class.