The vulnerability of stigmatised groups in case of a disaster

Some Maltese participants speculated that, generally, certain groups who are stigmatised may lack neighbourhood help in case of a disaster.

Cultural Factors: Social exclusion

Hazards: Natural hazards, Man-made non-intentional hazards or emergency situations, Man-made intentional hazards

Disaster Phases: Response

Types of Actors Concerned: Local authorities, NGOs

Recommendations:

• Develop guidelines for disaster practitioners that take into consideration the different needs of and approaches to different ethnical groups
• Consider vulnerable groups when designing and implementing disaster response measures