M-20[C] Vulnerability: Challenges, Assessment and Strategies
Objectives
This lecture aims to equip you with knowledge on reducing vulnerability to natural disasters.
Here are 5 key objectives:
1. Understand how dynamic factors like urbanization and climate change influence vulnerability.
2. Explore various strategies for reducing vulnerability, from enforcing building codes to implementing social safety nets like insurance schemes.
3. Recognize the importance of economic diversification and knowledge sharing in building community resilience.
4. Learn about preparedness measures like early warning systems and evacuation plans, along with the value of traditional knowledge in disaster risk reduction.
5. Appreciate the role of capacity building and strong government policies in creating an enabling environment for effective disaster risk management.
