Vulnerable groups: Difference between revisions

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Those groups that due to physical, social, economic and environmental factors or processes, are more exposed and susceptible to the impacts of hazards.

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-Vulnerable groups are physically, mentally, or socially disadvantaged persons who may be unable to meet their basic needs and may therefore require specific assistance. Persons exposed to and/or displaced by conflict or natural hazard may also be considered vulnerable. Vulnerable groups may experience a higher risk of poverty and/or social exclusion.
+Those groups that due to physical, social, economic and environmental factors or processes, are more exposed and susceptible to the impacts of hazards.
-'''Source:''' https://inee.org/eie-glossary/vulnerable-groups