1. Community Participation in Disaster Risk Governance
Community participation is crucial in disaster risk governance, emphasizing frameworks that divide into process and outcome parts. The chapter explores case studies from Mumbai, highlighting participatory methods in disaster management through community engagement and collaboration with local institutions. It also reflects on the systematic approach to risk mapping and action planning to enhance disaster resilience.
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What we have learnt
- Community participation enhances disaster risk governance.
- Frameworks can be effectively divided into process and outcome aspects.
- Local community insights are essential for effective disaster management planning.
Key Concepts
- -- Disaster Risk Governance
- The processes and structures that enable effective management of disaster risks at various governance levels.
- -- Community Participation
- The involvement of community members in decision-making processes concerning disaster risk management and recovery.
- -- Risk Mapping
- A technique used to visualize and prioritize risks in disaster management.
- -- Outcome Framework
- The measurable impacts and results that emerge from effective disaster risk management strategies.
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