The NHAS for The Bahamas is the product of the collective experience of many people and agencies. They should therefore be seen as representing the views of the collective of Bahamian agencies. This edition of the NHAS for The Bahamas is the result of a broad consultation process. The DRM Authority gratefully acknowledges the contributions made, including those from national and international NGOs, national authorities and ministries, the Red Cross Society, UN organisations and individual practitioners.