2.1. Principles of DRR

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does DRR stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the focus on reducing disaster impacts.

2. 2.

   What are root causes in the context of DRR?

   Hint

   Consider what long-term issues lead to vulnerability.

3. 3.

   What does the Sendai Framework focus on?

   • Single hazard management
   • Multi-hazard management
   • Emergency response only

   Hint

   Think about how disasters often interact.

4. 4.

   The Pressure and Release Model suggests that risks arise from what?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember how the model illustrates relationships in disaster risk.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of the Hyogo Framework in addressing vulnerabilities in a specific region affected by disaster.

   Hint

   Consider how local actions under the framework have led to change.

6. 6.

   Propose a new strategy for enhancing a community's resilience against multi-hazard situations given the Sendai Framework principles.

   Hint

   Integrate principles of inclusivity and integration in your proposal.