2.1. Framework for Participation

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define community participation in the context of disaster risk governance.

   Hint

   Think about local involvement!

2. 2.

   What are the two main components of the participation framework?

   Hint

   Consider what frameworks often consist of.

3. 3.

   What are the two main components of the community participation framework?

   • Time and Space
   • Process and Outcome
   • Input and Output

   Hint

   Think about actions and results.

4. 4.

   True or False: The outcome of community participation is less significant than the process.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider their importance in relation to each other.

5. 5.

   Propose a framework for community engagement in a new area prone to natural disasters. Include steps for stakeholder involvement and actions to be taken.

   Hint

   What steps would you take to engage effectively?

6. 6.

   Critically evaluate the potential advantages and challenges of implementing the framework in a densely populated urban area like Mumbai.

   Hint

   Think about urban dynamics.