1.11. Progression of Vulnerability (by Ben Wisner)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the acronym 'GEP' stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the key drivers of risk discussed.

2. 2.

   Define what intensive risk refers to.

   Hint

   Consider where vulnerable populations tend to live.

3. 3.

   What does intensive risk refer to?

   • A risk spread across a large area
   • A risk concentrated in a specific area
   • A low-risk situation

   Hint

   Think about where people are most affected during disasters.

4. 4.

   True or False: Extensive risks refer to areas with high economic assets and population density.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   No hint provided

5. 5.

   Discuss how socio-political factors can impact disaster responses in developing countries.

   Hint

   Consider how governance shapes access to resources.

6. 6.

   Create a detailed policy recommendation that integrates poverty alleviation with disaster risk reduction strategies.

   Hint

   Think about practical steps that can be implemented at the community level.