1.5. The Role of Knowledge

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does GADRI stand for?

   Hint

   Think about alliances and research institutes.

2. 2.

   Define Disaster Risk Management.

   Hint

   Focus on the word 'management' in disasters.

3. 3.

   What does GADRI primarily focus on?

   • Research sharing
   • Disaster responses
   • Policy making

   Hint

   Consider the role of collaboration in disaster research.

4. 4.

   True or False: Local knowledge is often overlooked in DRM.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how education and culture influence perspectives.

5. 5.

   Evaluate how integrating local knowledge into scientific disaster risk management can lead to better community outcomes.

   Hint

   Explore case studies where local knowledge influenced disaster responses.

6. 6.

   Design a community program to enhance awareness and understanding of disaster risks based on the discussions from GADRI.

   Hint

   Think about community participation and resources available.