Philippines: JICA backs integration of disaster preparedness to school curriculum
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Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has underscored the importance of including disaster risk reduction in the basic education curriculum, reports Manila Bulletin.
“The new generation is exposed to many disaster risks and experiences, particularly during typhoon Yolanda. It’s crucially important to help shape their thinking and preparedness towards natural disasters so they will be responsible and ready during emergencies,” JICA senior representative Takahiro Morita said.
JICA supported the national forum, “Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience in Education,” which was attended by 180 educators and representatives of government and non-government organizations this week.