3.1. Theoretical Aspects

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define risk in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about what happens when a hazard strikes.

2. 2.

   What does vulnerability mean?

   Hint

   Consider factors that make a community less prepared.

3. 3.

   What is the formula for calculating risk?

   • Hazard + Vulnerability
   • Hazard x Vulnerability
   • Vulnerability / Hazard

   Hint

   Think of it as a probability.

4. 4.

   Is building back better an approach focused only on physical reconstruction?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what rebuilding really means.

5. 5.

   Develop a proposal for a disaster risk reduction program in your community, addressing local cultural vulnerabilities.

   Hint

   Consider who the stakeholders are and what resources you have.

6. 6.

   Investigate the effectiveness of a past disaster recovery effort in your locality and provide suggestions for improvement.

   Hint

   Look into community feedback and subsequent changes made.