Public Awareness and Public Education for Disaster Risk Reduction: Action-Oriented Key Messages for Households and Schools

Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). Published: 11/2018. This Web page and 176-page publication provide practical advice and guidance on the nature of messages and information to share with the public, for use by all institutions with a responsibility for improving the safety of communities at risk, and to mitigate the impact of shocks, hazards, and disasters. It contains revised messages that cover additional hazards, and more details on key issues to be considered for effective disaster preparedness, such as climate change, gender, and inclusion. There is also greater guidance on child protection, school safety, and community engagement. (PDF)
Source: Disaster Lit: Resource Guide for Disaster Medicine and Public Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news