Child-centred disaster risk reduction in Australia: progress, gaps and opportunities

• 2013

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• Briony Towers; Katharine Haynes; Fiona Sewell; Heather Bailie; David Cross

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This article focuses on how Australia is working to protect children during disasters by teaching kids about safety and involving them in disaster planning. This paper reports on some programs, highlights gaps, and suggests opportunities for improvement, such as creating child-friendly materials and including children's voices in decision-making processes.

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Families & Children; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Australia; Child Welfare; Disaster Planning; Risk Reduction Behavior

Institutions: Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience

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