Disaster_Management_Nutrition_Presentation.pptx

Nutrition matters in disasters

1. Disaster Management & Nutrition An Overview

2. Disaster Management - Definition: Organized efforts to deal with disasters - Types: Natural (earthquakes, floods) & Man-made (industrial accidents, terrorism) - Phases: Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, Recovery - Key Strategies: Risk assessment, Early warning systems, Community awareness

3. Nutrition in Disasters - Importance: Prevents malnutrition and disease in affected populations - Challenges: Food supply disruption, lack of safe water, poor sanitation - Nutritional Priorities: Infant feeding, pregnant & lactating women, vulnerable groups - Interventions: Food aid, micronutrient supplementation, therapeutic feeding programs

4. Integration of Disaster Management & Nutrition - Disaster preparedness should include food security planning - Emergency response must prioritize nutrition-sensitive interventions - Recovery phase should rebuild resilient food systems - Community involvement ensures sustainability

5. Conclusion - Effective disaster management saves lives - Nutrition is a critical part of humanitarian response - Preparedness and resilience building are key to long-term impact