3.3. Targets and Goals

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the Pressure and Release Model?

   Hint

   Think about the causes of vulnerability.

2. 2.

   Name one dynamic pressure that can lead to increased disaster risk.

   Hint

   Consider every day issues faced by communities.

3. 3.

   What does the Pressure and Release Model explain?

   • It only focuses on natural hazards
   • It explains how root causes lead to disasters
   • It is irrelevant in disaster studies

   Hint

   Consider how vulnerabilities are formed.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Hyogo Framework and Sendai Framework have different time spans.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the years these frameworks cover.

5. 5.

   If a region faces rapid demographic changes, what strategies can be employed to mitigate resulting disaster risks?

   Hint

   Consider the resources and structures needed for growing populations.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the importance of international cooperation in achieving the targets set out in the Sendai Framework.

   Hint

   Think about how support from other countries could influence local strategies.