In this brief, Eilbra Morad reviews three varying perspectives on disaster management preparedness at the government, business, and community levels. Narratives from individuals with backgrounds working at each level were used to illustrate how disaster preparedness is achieved through planning, communication, and collaboration.
Morad discusses how the coordinated efforts of the three perspectives are essential in addressing community needs in the wake of a disaster on micro and macro levels. The brief highlights how these improvements in these sectors can lead to better mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.