2.1. Importance of Disaster Risk Communication

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main goal of disaster risk communication?

   Hint

   Think about why sending warning messages is important.

2. 2.

   Who are the senders in risk communication?

   Hint

   Who usually provides information about risks to the public?

3. 3.

   What is disaster risk communication primarily aimed at?

   • Entertaining individuals
   • Motivating preventive actions
   • Publishing news

   Hint

   Think about the purpose behind sending warnings.

4. 4.

   True or False: Risk communication can include casual conversations between friends.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the type of information shared during emergencies.

5. 5.

   Develop a communication strategy around an impending natural disaster in your community. Outline the messages, target audiences, and methods for dissemination.

   Hint

   Consider the most effective ways to reach various demographics in your community.

6. 6.

   Analyze a case study where lack of effective risk communication led to a disaster scenario. Discuss the failures and suggest improvements.

   Hint

   Examine what information was lacking during the event.