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Tracking Disaster Response and Relief Efforts Following the 2015 Nepal Earthquake

Summary

This paper displays the tracking of disaster response and relief efforts following the 2015 Nepal Earthquake. Over a year after the April 2015 Nepal Earthquake, the affected region received diverse support and aid from within the country and the international community. Extensive media coverage and billions of dollars in donations supported relief and recovery. This paper analyzes various datasets, including GDELT, to show fluctuations in people's attention. Financial transaction data reveals funding sources and how they were used for relief. Surveys and reconstruction data provide insights into the effectiveness of international and local organizations and governments in post-earthquake relief efforts.

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Research Paper


Published Year:

2016