Because of the anti-poor propensity of disasters, effective recovery programs, if they are well targeted, may be one of the most effective means of reducing poverty. Despite this potential, the recovery process is little understood. This report synthesizes the findings of a five-country review of recovery after major natural disasters, including Bangladesh , Honduras , India , Mozambique and Turkey .
Language
English
Format
Paperback
Publisher
World Bank Publications
Release
September 01, 2007
ISBN
0821369156
ISBN 13
9780821369159
Fighting Poverty While Supporting Recovery: Lessons Learned From Major Natural Disasters (Disaster Risk Management)
Because of the anti-poor propensity of disasters, effective recovery programs, if they are well targeted, may be one of the most effective means of reducing poverty. Despite this potential, the recovery process is little understood. This report synthesizes the findings of a five-country review of recovery after major natural disasters, including Bangladesh , Honduras , India , Mozambique and Turkey .