Module: Vulnerability Assessment

Submitted by Tahia Devisscher Tejada | published 16th Aug 2011 | last updated 16th Dec 2020

Introduction

This module explores first a series of frameworks used to assess vulnerability, showing how the definition and interpretation of vulnerability has evolved over time. It also introduces the steps to conduct a rapid vulnerability assessment using the vulnerability-exposure matrix to identify exposure units and threats/hazards. Indicators of vulnerability can be built on this basis, as well as vulnerability profiles to visualise the structure of differentiated vulnerability rather than representing vulnerability with aggregated indices. 

Theme Content

Identifying and appraising adaptation options

Monitoring and evaluating adaptation and drawing lessons

Understanding actors’ vulnerabilities and adaptation needs

Concepts and terminology for adaptation training

Planning and implementing adaptation actions

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