1.2. Impact of Victim Culture

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is victim culture?

   Hint

   Think about community perceptions after disasters.

2. 2.

   Name one effect of NGOs ignoring local systems.

   Hint

   Consider how people feel when their way of life is dismissed.

3. 3.

   What is a primary reason NGOs overlook local knowledge during disaster recovery?

   • They prioritize funding
   • They view it as ineffective
   • They lack time

   Hint

   Think about how they assess local systems.

4. 4.

   True or False: Victim culture empowers local communities.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the implications of feeling like a victim.

5. 5.

   Analyze how the transition from local to foreign intervention affects community resilience. Provide specific examples.

   Hint

   Think about the cycles of dependency and resilience.

6. 6.

   Critically assess the effectiveness of standardized housing solutions in disaster recovery. What are potential drawbacks?

   Hint

   Consider how homes should reflect family cultures.