Tenets of vulnerability: An assessment of a fundamental disaster concept

David A. McEntire, PhD

doi:10.5055/jem.2004.0020

Authors

David A. McEntire, PhD

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5055/jem.2004.0020

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Abstract

This article reviews academic findings on disaster vulnerability and provides 15 tenets about this fundamental concept. Research is taken mainly from sociologists but also include findings from other disciplines. The study uncovers what is known about vulnerability and stresses the importance of this concept for those interested in disaster reduction.

Author Biography

David A. McEntire, PhD

Coordinator, Emergency Administration and Planning, Department of Public Administration, University of North Texas, Denton, Texas.

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