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2. Introduction to Disaster Risk Communication
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What is the role of a sender in disaster risk communication?
Hint
Think about who informs people about dangers.
- 2.
Who are the receivers in risk communication?
Hint
Consider who needs the information provided by senders.
- 3.
What is the primary goal of disaster risk communication?
- Inform about risks
- Change perceptions
- Encourage gossip
Hint
Think about why specific information is communicated.
- 4.
True or False: Risk communication involves only sharing factual information without a goal.
- True
- False
Hint
Consider the purpose behind communication.
- 5.
Propose a risk communication strategy for a community facing recurrent flooding.
Hint
Consider all forms of communication available.
- 6.
Evaluate an existing risk communication campaign and suggest improvements.
Hint
What might communities misunderstand based on existing messages?
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