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Disaster Preparedness: Learning from the story of Joseph in the Age of Ancient Egypt

Source(s): Yayasan Tanggul Bencana Indonesia
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Kesiapsiagaan bencana: Belajar dari kisah Yusuf di Zaman Mesir Kuno

In light of the country's three major natural disasters in 2010 including flash floods, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions, the author suggests that lessons can be learned from the Old Testament story of Joseph to help reduce the impact of disasters: risk assessments, preparedness and planning, and engaging community.

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Themes Capacity development Community-based DRR Risk identification and assessment Disaster risk management Traditional and Indigenous knowledges
Country and region Indonesia

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