6.1. Perceptions of Risk

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is disaster risk communication?

   Hint

   Think about the goal of sharing disaster information.

2. 2.

   Who are the senders in risk communication?

   Hint

   Consider who disseminates the messages.

3. 3.

   What is the main purpose of disaster risk communication?

   • To gossip about disasters
   • To inform and motivate preparedness
   • To confuse the audience

   Hint

   Consider what helps keep people safe.

4. 4.

   True or False: Only local authorities need to be involved in risk communication.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about other stakeholders' roles in this communication.

5. 5.

   Develop a detailed risk communication plan for a community in a flood-prone area, considering diverse stakeholder perspectives.

   Hint

   Think about community demographics and their unique concerns.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how cultural perceptions can affect risk communication effectiveness in a disaster scenario.

   Hint

   Consider recent events where cultural differences played a role.