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WHO Report & The Power of Community

In a world which is more and more defined by the chaos of extreme weather events,  'natural disasters' and the catastrophic consequences of extreme corruption and inappropriate oversight within huge corporations and government agencies,  the need for a highly adaptable 'blueprint' on disaster preparedness and response has never been more apparent.

What has become increasing clear in the World Health Organization vigilant project monitoring the 'fallout' -- now two months out -- from Japan's March 11 Disaster are well documented findings that the most successful disaster response is occurring in those rural, close-knit communities where neighbors know their neighbors. Already have a connection with local health practitioners. And have established local leaders with the skill and organizing capabilities to breathe order, hope and some sense of stability to strengthen the ties between neighbors.

In those prefectures, the majority of the citizens areelderly,  employed in manufacturing (12.0%), agriculture (17.1%) marine fishing (20.1%) and mariculture (17.8%)

In a nation with glaring social inequalities (Japan's povery rate is 15.7 percent), it was this population,  the majority of whom undoubtedly were so engaged in day-to-day survival they were minimally involved in their government's  energy policy or the international controversy vis-a-vis nuclear energy.

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"The new weapon of choice is the broom." Kasr El Nile bridge. Cairo. 02/11/11

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