This course emphasised the considerable advances many countries have made in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Resilience since the adoption of the Sendai framework (2015-2030), but also emphasised the differential impact of disasters on low-income countries, geographically vulnerable countries and on women and children, as well as various disadvantaged groups.
Students were equipped to apply the principles of DRR to analyse and address complex challenges posed by various disasters. They undertook activities to assess the health, economic, and environmental risks and impacts of disasters, emphasising gender-sensitive evaluations and addressing public health concerns, such as vector-borne diseases, during disasters.
Students were taught and applied an approach to intervention development that emphasised: integrating diverse perspectives from various sectors, including local communities and experts; prioritising gender inclusivity; emphasising resilience in disaster recovery; and building upon a strong and well-examined theory of change. Students applied this knowledge in developing risk reduction action plans related to four recent disasters in four countries/regions.
Course instructors:
– Dr. Nattagorn Choochouy (Thammasat University)
– Dr. Ratchadawan Ngoen-Klan (Kasetsart University)
– Dr. Amonrat Panthawong (Kasetsart University)
– Dr. Duanghathai Buranajaroenkij (Asian Institute of Technology)
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