We Prepare to Survive Disasters But Not to Cope With What Comes After | Kate Brady | TEDxUNSW Salon
AI Summary
This talk emphasizes the inadequacy of current disaster preparedness plans, focusing on the story of Jane, a well-prepared individual facing the aftermath of a disaster with her child, Ollie. The speaker, an expert in disaster recovery, highlights that while Jane followed all guidelines to survive the initial 72 hours, the plans fail to address long-term recovery needs such as housing, health complications, and education disruptions. Through Jane’s experience, it illustrates that true preparedness must extend beyond short-term survival to encompass the complex, long-term impacts of disasters, urging systems to better equip communities for ongoing challenges rather than merely responding to immediate dangers.