Scouts as potential helpers in a disaster setting

Another group of young people the participants identified as being potential helpers rather than being vulnerable were scouts and their leaders.

Cultural Factors: Age-related roles

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

Disaster Phases: Preparedness, Response, Recovery

Types of Actors Concerned: Local authorities, Active citizens

Recommendations:

• Empower vulnerable groups (i.e. children, elderly, and people with disabilities) by including them in disaster management decision-making and actions