The impact of natural hazards on vulnerable communities can be devastating, causing fatalities, damaging houses and livelihoods, and pushing people into poverty. These disasters make them even more vulnerable. A growing line of research identifies actions and tools to reduce vulnerability and make communities more resilient. An interesting and crucial part of this research investigates the role of ...[Read More]
Reducing housing vulnerability to natural hazards – Interview with Dr Eefje Hendriks
Community in the Philippines rebuild above the sea showing hazard vulnerability and dependency on fishery as a livelihood.
(Photo credit: Dr Hendriks, with permission)
