Disaster response systems in the Pacific: Policy Brief for Australian Stakeholders

Abstract:

This Policy Brief is part of a series, presenting research conducted in 2012 which focused on how the immediate humanitarian needs following disasters are met by various stakeholders, both in the affected country and those offering support from outside and the capacity of these systems to adapt under a changing climate. This Policy Brief provides recommendations for Australian stakeholders on policy related issues. Others in the polcy brief series focus on Regional and National stakeholders.