Essay Assignment

For this assignment, you will be discussing the concepts covered in this unit and how these concepts can affect the community in which you currently live and work. In your paper, please discuss the following topics:

The various types of risks and hazards that your community faces,

The importance of public and private sectors within your community

Understanding how risks and hazards can affect them, and the importance of assessing your community's vulnerability and risk regarding disaster events.

Currently Live in Texas, one type of risk or hazard Tornados. (add more risk and hazards)

You should utilize at least two sources for this essay, one of which can be your textbook. Please be sure that all sources used are cited and referenced properly using APA formatting.

The Response must reflect in-depth consideration and personalization of the theories, concepts, and/or strategies presented. Viewpoints and interpretations are insightful. Response demonstrates synthesis of ideas presented.

Journal Entry

Thinking about international disaster management and risk management, how would you incorporate training and educational opportunities regarding vulnerable populations and mitigation practices? What are some of the preparatory efforts that you would incorporate into a training session for emergency mangers that may be deployed to an international disaster-stricken location?

Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.