Information and knowledge management: key practices for DRR implementers

Decision-making and prioritizing actions are both particularly important in a disaster risk reduction (DRR) context, as the various actors in this field need to have access to very specific and accurate information before intervening by mitigating, preventing or responding to natural hazards. Accura...

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Main Authors Fava, P.R, Raveloson, H, Rajoelison, L
Format Book
LanguageEnglish
French
Portuguese
Published Harare (Zimbabwe) FAO/COOPI 2014
Subjects
Decision making
diffusion of information
information and communication technologies (ICTs)
Knowledge management
Natural disasters
risk management
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Summary:Decision-making and prioritizing actions are both particularly important in a disaster risk reduction (DRR) context, as the various actors in this field need to have access to very specific and accurate information before intervening by mitigating, preventing or responding to natural hazards. Accurate information provides DRR implementers with a clear vision of what can and cannot be done and helps them to identify and reduce the various risks associated with actions. Information in its different forms is, therefore, a powerful strategic tool. As a result, it should be handled carefully and the possible impacts of sharing it should always be carefully considered and monitored.
Bibliography:http://www.fao.org/3/a-i3772e.pdf
978-92-5-108340-6
ISBN:9251083401
9789251083406