Monday, July 15, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. MDT
Location: Pine
Immigrating to another country can create a variety of vulnerabilities, including being unaware of the disaster risks and resources in one’s new home. It’s not necessarily easy to gain such knowledge—immigrants and refugees might have to navigate language issues, cultural factors, and systemic obstacles to be ready to face disasters. This session will look at immigrant perspectives and social influences that affect household risk reduction behavior, risk understanding, and the ability to build disaster resilience.