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From Poverty to Power Green, Oxfam 2008 - weman

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FROM POVERTY TO POWERIn enhancing human security, the stereotype of pale-skinned‘angels of mercy’ rushing <strong>to</strong> the rescue of hapless, suffering people isthankfully ever less accurate. The reality is very different: humansecurity stems from poor communities coping with risk through theirown efforts, supported by effective, accountable states. Most naturaldisasters are largely predictable, and damage can be minimised byefficient organisation, sound risk analysis, and planning and investmentin reducing risk. The key is <strong>to</strong> enable populations <strong>to</strong> prepare fordisasters before they occur, <strong>to</strong> cope with them once they strike, and <strong>to</strong>rebuild as soon as possible thereafter.256

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