Innovative Community Responses To Disaster

Author : Brent D. Hales,Norman Walzer,James R. Calvin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-02
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317441045

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Innovative Community Responses to Disaster by Brent D. Hales,Norman Walzer,James R. Calvin Pdf

Increasingly, community leaders around the world face major natural and economic disasters that require them to find ways to rebuild both physical infrastructure and the local economy. Doing this effectively requires an understanding of how various parts of the community are interconnected, as well as information as to which revitalization approaches have succeeded in the past. Community investment in recovery is essential and, in some cases, may require local leaders to rethink how it can be financed and arranged. This book presents a conceptual framework based on the community capitals, and describes approaches that have succeeded in situations where local leaders have coordinated efforts to rebuild and revitalize local conditions. Contributions provide examples of successful approaches around the world, thus analysing potential strategies for addressing disasters of many different types in various cultural settings. In this way, the book provides insights into a variety of approaches based on applications of accepted community development theory and concepts. This book was originally published as a special issue of Community Development.

Author : Michele Companion,Miriam S. Chaiken
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781315315904

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Responses to Disasters and Climate Change by Michele Companion,Miriam S. Chaiken Pdf

As the global climate shifts, communities are faced with a myriad of mitigation and adaptation challenges. These highlight the political, cultural, economic, social, and physical vulnerability of social groups, communities, families, and individuals. They also foster resilience and creative responses. Research in hazard management, humanitarian response, food security programming, and other areas seeks to identify and understand factors that create vulnerability and strategies that enhance resilience at all levels of social organization. This book uses case studies from around the globe to demonstrate ways that communities have fostered resilience to mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Author : Andrew Maskrey
Publisher : Humanities Press International
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Community development
ISBN : UCSC:32106009527067

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Disaster Mitigation by Andrew Maskrey Pdf

Author : Shu-Mei Huang,Elizabeth Maly
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2023-12-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781003817383

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Community Responses to Disasters in the Pacific Rim by Shu-Mei Huang,Elizabeth Maly Pdf

Community Responses to Disasters in the Pacific Rim presents different aspects of place-making in displacement in the Pacific Rim region. It focuses focus on how people respond and readjust to changes and captures the long-term community development outcomes and the critical moments that facilitate this development. Interdisciplinary and using diverse research approaches, the book includes contributions by authors from a variety of disciplines across disaster research, sociology, urban planning, architecture, anthropology, earth science, and education. Mixed methods are adopted to carry out the research projects that ground this volume, including qualitative research for social scientific research, ethnographic methods and more importantly, Participatory Action Research (PAR) is also included by authors who have a background in design professions and a few indigenous scholars who are themselves survivors of disasters. The chapters are structured in the following five thematic sections: 1. Learning as place-making in displacement 2. Gender and place-making in response to displacement 3. Community resilience in keeping indigenous sense of place 4. Community (Re)building in displacement 5. Transnational Place-making: Talk to the Actor. Understanding how affected communities are recovering from their own perspectives, this book will be of interest to academics in the fields of area studies, political science, disaster planning and human geography.

Author : Shirley Feldmann-Jensen,Steven J. Jensen,Jean Slick
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2024-03-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780128095379

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Case Studies in Disaster Response by Shirley Feldmann-Jensen,Steven J. Jensen,Jean Slick Pdf

Case Studies in Disaster Response, the latest release in the Disaster and Emergency Management: Case Studies in Adaptation and Innovation series, focuses on the key functions performed in the emergency response to a disaster, how these functions are coordinated, and typical challenges and issues that emerge. Cases address both hazard- and response-generated needs. Also explored are the needs generated by emergent threats (e.g., Ebola crisis), emergent technologies (e.g., social media), and emergent groups (e.g., social innovation teams) that set the stage for innovation and adaption. Presents in-depth cases studies in disaster response, one of the phases of disaster management Unites practice and research from multiple disciplines to highlight the complexity of disasters preparedness, including environmental and earth sciences, engineering, public health, geography, sociology, and anthropology, humanitarian aid, emergent threats, disaster response and resilience Examines policy and ethical dilemmas faced by decision-makers in disaster response situations

Author : Anita Chandra
Publisher : Rand Corporation
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780833052094

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Building Community Resilience to Disasters by Anita Chandra Pdf

Community resilience, or the sustained ability of a community to withstand and recover from adversity has become a key policy issue at federal, state, and local levels, including in the National Health Security Strategy. Because resources are limited in the wake of an emergency, it is increasingly recognized that resilience is critical to a community's ability to reduce long recovery periods after an emergency. This report provides a roadmap for federal, state, and local leaders who are developing plans to enhance community resilience for health security threats and describes options for building community resilience in key areas. Based on findings from a literature review and a series of community and regional focus groups, the authors provide a definition of community resilience in the context of national health security and a set of eight levers and five core components for building resilience. They then describe suggested activities that communities are pursuing and may want to strengthen for community resilience, and they identify challenges to implementation.

Author : Robert J. Ursano,Brian G. McCaughey,Carol S. Fullerton
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1995-08-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521556430

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Individual and Community Responses to Trauma and Disaster by Robert J. Ursano,Brian G. McCaughey,Carol S. Fullerton Pdf

The aims of this book are twofold: to improve understanding of the human experience of trauma, whether at the level of the individual or the community, and to help those who are its victims. The range of issues covered is impressive, from the biological basis of post-traumatic stress reactions, through practical strategies for prevention and treatment, to the psychosocial and fictional construction of terror. Wherever possible the editors have sought to impart understanding, order, and predictability to the experience of trauma and disasters in the belief that the way to recovery is through the mastery of chaotic events. This book will serve and inform clinicians, administrators and research workers in psychiatry, psychology, public health and related areas.

Author : Richard Skiba
Publisher : After Midnight Publishing
Page : 952 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781763574342

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Community Emergency Management, Disaster Recovery and Resilience by Richard Skiba Pdf

This book offers an overview of disaster management, covering various aspects from preparedness to recovery. It begins by defining Emergency Management and exploring its historical context, highlighting significant disasters that have shaped the field. Central to the discussion is the concept of Disaster Resilience, which underscores the importance of understanding resilience frameworks and its role in mitigating the impact of disasters. Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis are crucial components discussed in the book, focusing on identifying risk factors and assessing vulnerabilities within communities. Community-Based Disaster Preparedness is emphasized, stressing the need for community engagement and capacity-building to enhance resilience. The book also delves into the development of Emergency Response Plans and Procedures, stressing the importance of coordination among stakeholders for effective response efforts. Disaster Response strategies are explored, drawing insights from both successful and unsuccessful response endeavours through relevant case studies. The recovery phase is examined in detail, discussing short-term and long-term recovery processes, along with economic, infrastructural, and social dimensions of recovery. Sustainable Development and Disaster Mitigation are underscored, emphasizing the integration of disaster risk reduction with sustainable development goals. Technology and Innovation play a significant role in disaster management, with a focus on leveraging technology for risk assessment, response, and recovery efforts. Legal and Policy Frameworks are also addressed, providing insights into the legal basis for emergency management and policy development. Furthermore, the book delves into the Psychological Aspects of Disasters, addressing mental health impacts and recovery strategies for affected individuals. Lastly, Future Trends and Challenges in Disaster Management are explored, considering emerging threats, global climate change impacts, and evolving practices in emergency management to better anticipate and address future challenges effectively. Overall, the book offers valuable insights and practical guidance for navigating the complexities of disaster management, promoting resilience, and fostering sustainable development in communities.

Author : DeMond Shondell Miller,Jason David Rivera
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781439804919

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Comparative Emergency Management by DeMond Shondell Miller,Jason David Rivera Pdf

A host of natural and man-made disasters have plagued the world in the twenty-first century, many with significant global impact. The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, the Indian Ocean tsunami, and Hurricane Katrina all affected broad regions with devastating results. The need for better emergency management policies, procedures, and cooperation among nations is evident. Bringing together contributions from a cadre of international experts, Comparative Emergency Management: Examining Global and Regional Responses to Disasters demonstrates ways to recognize and reduce regional infrastructure vulnerability by building secure networks of collaboration within different geographical areas of the world. Explores issues on all continents With discrete sections on the Americas, Africa and the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and the Pacific Rim, the book presents the work of researchers and practitioners who examine ways different societies have responded to environmental threats using innovative methods to cope with their vulnerabilities to disaster. Topics discussed include: A game approach that has been used as an effective tool in the communication of disaster risk information in the Caribbean Efforts to rebuild tourism in New Orleans despite the challenges presented by media coverage of Hurricane Katrina Faith-based organization (FBO) humanitarian assistance in the Muslim world Nongovernmental and community-based responses to the Asian tsunami and the Sumatran earthquake The book presents a multifaceted study that aims to foster dialogue among policymakers to reduce social vulnerability and build local and regional capacities to withstand environmental assaults. Encouraging creative thinking, it offers ideas and solutions that have been successful in a range of environments worldwide. The authoritative scholarship presented combines interdisciplinary studies that will be valuable to a broad range of fields and professionals.

Author : Kayamba-Phiri, Fundi,Khulumbo, Burnnet,Nkhulembe, Maziko
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 5 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2023-07-25
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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From response to preparedness: Enhancing community-led disaster risk management in Malawi by Kayamba-Phiri, Fundi,Khulumbo, Burnnet,Nkhulembe, Maziko Pdf

Key Messages: Directing resources towards early warning systems and community sensitization mitigates the impact of natural disasters on vulnerable communities, prioritizing proactive measures over reactive responses.  To ensure effective and sustainable disaster risk management (DRM) initiatives, allocating resources to bolster district-level DRM structures in alignment with community-led resource mobilization efforts is crucial.  Recognizing the pivotal role of youth increases community anticipatory capacity through comprehensive disaster risk management training. Innovative approaches such as theatre for development foster civic engagement, community dialogue, and resource mobilization.  Inclusive participatory planning processes should embrace indigenous early warning information. In-vesting in automated community-based early warning systems, particularly focusing on agriculture and nutrition, facilitates timely decision-making and harnesses local wisdom.  To reduce vulnerability among low-income communities, forging partnerships with the private sector is crucial. Micro-insurance and asset options can be explored, empowering communities to enhance their resilience without imposing undue burdens.

Author : Richard Edwards,Julia Mirsky,Roni Kaufman,Amos Avgar
Publisher : University Press of America
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2011-10-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780761856221

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Crisis as an Opportunity by Richard Edwards,Julia Mirsky,Roni Kaufman,Amos Avgar Pdf

Natural and human-made disasters appear to be increasing in frequency and scope, commanding extensive media attention. Growing sensitivity to issues of preparedness and community response has created a greater interest among academics and practitioners. The Asian Tsunami, Hurricane Katrina, mudslides in Brazil, earthquakes in Haiti, Chile, Japan, Turkey, China, and other countries have garnered worldwide notice. Human-made disasters, such as terrorist attacks on New York's World Trade Center or in Oklahoma City, Spain, England, Sri Lanka, Iraq, Afghanistan, and various other countries, or attacks on schoolchildren in places such as Columbine and various communities in China, send shockwaves throughout societies. This book addresses the development of long-term interventions following disasters, emphasizing disadvantaged communities. Attention is given to the role of change agents, such as local and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and psychosocial professionals, to ensure that the window of opportunity is realized, generating immediate help and sustained community development.

Author : Victor Rubin
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-02
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317292982

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Regional Equity by Victor Rubin Pdf

Regional equity as a field of scholarship, as an arena of policy change, and as a social movement has grown, diversified, and matured in important ways over the past decade. The fruits of that growth and development can be seen in recent federal and state policies, in the practices of many regional planning organizations, and in the agendas and approaches of countless community-based organizations and issue advocacy groups. As the field has expanded, a growing number of researchers have been tracking these phenomena: explaining how and why concepts of metropolitan development are being reframed; documenting the efforts to shape policies and diversify leadership; assessing where and how equity and social justice concerns have been brought into regional planning for transportation, land use, housing, public finances, environmental quality, smart growth, sustainable development, public health and other issue areas. This volume brings together analyses and commentary by some of the leading scholarly observers these timely developments. This book was published as a special issue of Community Development.

Author : Laurie Lachance,Laurie Carpenter,Mary Emery,Mia Luluquisen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2018-02-02
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781317237624

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Food & Fitness Community Partnerships by Laurie Lachance,Laurie Carpenter,Mary Emery,Mia Luluquisen Pdf

This book describes many of the unique contributions of the Food & Fitness program including a number of early successes, drawing lessons from efforts to form and maintain partnerships, and from the strategies employed to create structural change in communities. This important study introduces the Food and Fitness community partnerships and their work to increase access to healthy, locally grown food, and opportunities for physical activity, in vulnerable communities across the United States. Established in 2007 and funded by the WK Kellogg Foundation, the partnerships are increasing the capacity of communities to participate in policy and systems change to positively affect their health and well-being. The material covered in the chapters provide an illustration of how funders, grantees, and partners can work together to create sustainable change at the neighborhood level to ensure that all children and families are able to thrive. A range of studies ae looked at from the various initiatives funded nationwide to evaluation methods and results, and an explanation of the role of philanthropy in community development from the viewpoint of the funders. This book was originally published as a special issue of Community Development.

Author : Michael J. Zakour,David F. Gillespie
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781461457374

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Community Disaster Vulnerability by Michael J. Zakour,David F. Gillespie Pdf

Disaster vulnerability is rapidly increasing on a global scale, particularly for those populations which are the historical clients of the social work profession. These populations include the very young and very old, the poor, ethnic and racial minorities, and those with physical or mental disabilities. Social workers are increasingly providing services in disasters during response and recovery periods, and are using community interventions to reduce disaster vulnerability. There is a need for a cogent theory of vulnerability and research that addresses improved community disaster practice and community resilience. Community Disaster Vulnerability and Resilience provides a unifying theoretical framework backed by research which can be translated into knowledge for effective practice in disasters. ​

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Emergency communication systems
ISBN : MINN:31951D03647456V

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Emergency Mgmt 2.0 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications Pdf