1.1. Community Participation in Disaster Risk Governance

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is community participation?

   Hint

   Think about how people can influence local policies.

2. 2.

   What does risk mapping involve?

   Hint

   Consider what tools are used to visualize risks.

3. 3.

   What is the percentage of Mumbai affected during the 2005 floods?

   • 30%
   • 50%
   • 60%

   Hint

   Think about the scale of the disaster mentioned.

4. 4.

   True or False: Community engagement is not essential in disaster risk governance.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the importance of local perspectives.

5. 5.

   Design a strategy for improving community participation in disaster risk governance for an area prone to flooding. Include methods and expected outcomes.

   Hint

   Think about how each method encourages dialogue and collaboration.

6. 6.

   Critically assess how the lack of stakeholder engagement can impact disaster recovery efforts.

   Hint

   Consider case studies discussed in class to support your points.