3.2. Risk Avoiders

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is resilience in the context of DRR?

   Hint

   Think about how communities respond to disasters.

2. 2.

   Name one type of capital mentioned in the sustainable livelihoods framework.

   Hint

   Consider the resources a community might have.

3. 3.

   What is the definition of resilience according to DFID?

   • The ability to avoid disasters entirely
   • The ability to manage change without compromising future prospects
   • The capacity to recover only after a disaster occurs

   Hint

   Consider the balance between managing changes and future needs.

4. 4.

   Governments are responsible for which of the following in DRR?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about who prepares and manages disaster plans.

5. 5.

   Evaluate how governance affects the effectiveness of disaster recovery efforts in a specific case study.

   Hint

   Consider how different governance structures can lead to varying outcomes.

6. 6.

   Propose a plan for increasing community resilience in a disaster-prone region.

   Hint

   Think of the various factors discussed throughout the section when proposing your plan.