2. Non-negotiable terms

Question 1

Sustainable

Answer 1

Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Question 2

Communicable diseases

Answer 2

Any condition that is passed to an individual from their environment (including from other people, air, water, food or insects)

Question 3

Define Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR)

Answer 3

The number of mothers who die as a result of pregnancy, childbirth or associated treatment (within 6 weeks of delivery) per 100, 000 women who give birth.

Question 4

What is safe water?

Answer 4

Water NOT contaminated with disease-causing pathogens e.g. bacteria, viruses or chemicals = ‘safe for (human) consumption’

Question 5

What does the term ‘sanitation’ refer to?

Answer 5

Removal of hazardous material from the environment e.g. flushing toilet for safe disposal of human waste, and maintenance of hygienic conditions e.g. garbage collection.

Question 6

Aid

Answer 6

Assistance given to countries or communities in the event of a crisis OR for the development of long-term sustainable improvements

Question 7

Poverty

Answer 7

The deprivation or lack of essential resources; a limited ability to AFFORD e.g. food, shelter, clean water, healthcare, education