1.7. Capacity Building Steps in CAM

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does CAM stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the focus on community and assets.

2. 2.

   Why is capacity building important post-disaster?

   Hint

   Consider who manages resources.

3. 3.

   What does 'capacity building' refer to?

   • A. Constructing new infrastructure
   • B. Enhancing skills and abilities
   • C. Evaluating previous disasters

   Hint

   Think about strengthening community capabilities.

4. 4.

   True or False: Stakeholder orientation is unimportant in disaster recovery.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the role of different parties.

5. 5.

   Suppose you are a recovery coordinator for a town post-disaster. Draft a brief outline for a community workshop focused on identifying and prioritizing repair needs.

   Hint

   Think about how to structure the workshop for maximum community involvement.

6. 6.

   Discuss the potential consequences of ignoring community input in the post-disaster recovery process.

   Hint

   Reflect on the impacts on community cohesion and resource application.