Governance Case Studies

Question 1

Example of good governance

Answer 1

Japan 2011 tsunami

Question 2

Example of poor governance

Answer 2

Haiti 2010 earthquake

Question 3

How did Japan show good governance in 2011 (4)

Answer 3

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

Question 4

How did Haiti show poor governance in 2010 (4)

Answer 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