4.3. Economic Context and Financial Aspects

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define resilience in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about how a community bounces back from disasters.

2. 2.

   What does the acronym HNSPF stand for?

   Hint

   Remember these assets contribute to sustainable livelihoods.

3. 3.

   What is resilience in disaster risk reduction?

   • A reaction to crises
   • Ability to recover and adapt
   • A financial strategy

   Hint

   Think about how communities must adapt after a crisis.

4. 4.

   True or False: Sustainable Livelihoods Framework only focuses on financial resources.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the different types of capital involved.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of a country’s disaster risk management system through the lens of resilience. Identify areas that may require improvement.

   Hint

   Consider how various capital forms are utilized.

6. 6.

   Propose a disaster risk reduction strategy for a fictional community rich in natural resources but facing governance issues.

   Hint

   Focus on how to engage local communities for better outcomes.