Example of good governance
Japan 2011 tsunami
Example of poor governance
Haiti 2010 earthquake
How did Japan show good governance in 2011 (4)
1) Regular drills and public education systems
2) Use of technology to alert population of incoming tsunami waves
3) Strict building codes on buildings in vulnerable areas
4) Transparency in their leadership nationally and internationally
How did Haiti show poor governance in 2010 (4)
1) A fragile and corrupt democracy and mismanagement of disasters funds prior to and post event
2) Poor infrastructure systems and planning laws
3) Lack of enforcement of building codes
4) Delayed response to earthquake