Landslides, earthquake and floodsDeath toll highest amongst elderly, disabled and childrenNo specific programmes for women, children and elderly on disaster managementNo manual to deal with natural disasterMost CR stations housed in buildings which are not specifically designed to withstand natural disaster 50% of CRs have staff trained in disaster management No collaboration with met stations or relevant organisations Very few programmes on trauma healing

In the Bangalore Declaration community radios have committed to provide localized emergency news, disaster recovery, relief, rehabilitation, and sustainable alternatives as well as create a space for trauma healing and reaffirming faith in the face of adversity

Activities of Community Radio in Disaster Management: On Air Activity Off Air Activity

 

Programmes on disaster preparedness Updates on the natural disaster prevalent in the area Dispel rumours and myths Trauma healing programmes

Emergency drills Disaster simulation workshops Help establish links with relevant government offices and NGOs Create disaster management network

Include women in all aspects of disaster management Reduce number of casualties and save lives Better service providers Cultural norms make it even more essential

Timely preparation for disaster Importance of community-based disaster response Training on disaster management for radio staff and community Train community radios on coordinating relief activity and information updates Need for a handbook/manual on how collectives can respond especially on complex issues around timingBirth of new community radios and positive attitude of governments towards CRs.