This research underscores the critical role of disaster literacy education in enhancing societal preparedness for disasters. Through semistructured interviews with 20 earthquake survivors in Turkey, the study focused on basic disaster skills, particularly pertaining to earthquakes. Predisaster skills encompass home preparations, education, communication, emergency supplies, site selection, risk reduction, earthquake drills, and awareness sharing. Skills during a disaster involve finding safe areas, alternative communication, first aid, assistance, and gathering points.

Post-disaster skills include reassurance, aid, first aid, psychosocial support, and effective communication. The study aims to advance disaster literacy education by identifying essential skills across disaster phases, offering recommendations for improved effectiveness. The results provide a crucial foundation for societal preparedness and post-disaster resilience.