Hughey, KennethBecken, S2017-04-122016-05-162016-072016-03-16Hughey, K.F.D., & Becken, S. (2016). Value-engaged evaluation of a tourism-specific disaster management plan. Tourism Management Perspectives, 19(Part A), 69-73. doi:10.1016/j.tmp.2016.03.0032211-9736DS2EO (isidoc)https://hdl.handle.net/10182/8020© 2016 Elsevier Ltd. This research note provides an evaluation of tourism and Disaster Risk Reduction approaches within the context of Northland, New Zealand. A stakeholder-driven evaluation approach that explicitly recognised multiple values was undertaken to evaluate the policy implementation process, benefits perceived, and improvement potentials. A mixed approach of consultation and interviews provided qualitative data for the analysis. The results show that tourism-specific Visitor Action Plans increase disaster awareness and preparedness; however the extent depends on local leadership, ongoing communication and regular updates. Leadership is mainly provided by tourism stakeholders with a community-value orientation, and to a lesser extent by those who are mainly business-driven. Ongoing improvements in horizontal and vertical integrations, both within and between tourism and disaster management stakeholders, are critical for further policy developments.pp.69-73en© 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.evaluationDisaster Risk ReductiondestinationvaluesJournal Article10.1016/j.tmp.2016.03.003ANZSRC::150603 Tourism ManagementANZSRC::160513 Tourism Policy2211-9744ANZSRC::3508 TourismANZSRC::4406 Human geography