Risk reduction in practice: a Philippine case study
An integrated, community-based approach to disaster preparedness and mitigation has proved very popular and effective in reducing the vulnerability of thousands of Filipinos to both natural hazards and health risks. The success of the Red Cross programme depends on collaboration with local government. This in turn helps the PNRC to advocate for stronger preparedness and mitigation measures to be incorporated in local public land use planning.
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