🔑Imagine... People with Disabilities Empowered in Disaster Preparedness🔑
💡 Imagined Endstate:
In this world, people with disabilities are not only included, but also actively involved in all stages of the disaster management process. They have access to the resources, information, and support they need to cope with emergencies and recover from them. They are also recognized as valuable contributors to the resilience and safety of their communities.
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📚 Source:
Arena, K., & Abovyan, K. (2023, May 1). People with disabilities take control in disaster preparedness. KBIA.
💥 What’s the Big Deal:
Disasters can affect anyone, but they often pose greater challenges and risks for people with disabilities. According to the World Health Organization, people with disabilities are more likely to be injured, killed, or left behind during disasters.👥 They may also face barriers to accessing essential services, such as health care, shelter, and communication.🚑 That is why it is crucial to ensure that disaster preparedness plans and policies are disability-inclusive and responsive to the diverse needs and preferences of people with disabilities.🏠 By doing so, we can not only protect their rights and dignity, but also leverage their skills and knowledge to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of disaster response and recovery efforts.
#IMSPARK #DisabilityInclusion #DisasterPreparedness #Resilience
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