1.7 - Avoiding Social Dispute and Harm to Local Culture
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Practice Questions
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What does 'Build Back Better' mean?
💡 Hint: Think about the rebuilding process after a disaster.
Define decentralization.
💡 Hint: Consider how local voices are included in decision-making.
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What is the primary goal of 'Build Back Better'?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes a building resilient to disasters.
True or False: Decentralization increases the chances of social disputes.
💡 Hint: Consider how local governance might improve community cohesion.
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In a hypothetical disaster scenario, propose a reconstruction plan using the 'Build Back Better' approach that integrates GESI principles. Describe the key components.
💡 Hint: Think about what makes a community resilient and inclusive in the face of disaster.
Evaluate the effectiveness of decentralization compared to centralization in disaster recovery. Provide at least two advantages of each approach.
💡 Hint: Consider how each method handles resources and accountability.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Understanding Disaster Risk Reduction
- Build Back Better – Concepts and Strategies
- Gender and Disasters: Handbook for Humanitarian Workers
- Community Engagement in Disaster Management
- Heritage Conservation in Post-Disaster Reconstruction
- Decentralization and Local Development: What Is the Impact?
- Climate Change and Disaster Management
- Capacity Building for Disaster Recovery