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4. Community Participation in Disaster Risk Management

The chapter discusses the importance of community participation in disaster risk management, emphasizing that communities should define what participation means to them rather than having it dictated by outsiders. It highlights the participatory research conducted in Ghana’s Wa region, illustrating how local residents have adapted to the impacts of climate change on their agricultural calendars, thereby facilitating a better understanding of their challenges and encouraging community-led solutions.

Sections

Community Participation in Disaster Risk Management

Effective community participation is crucial in disaster risk management, with an emphasis on involving communities in defining how they wish to engage in the process.

1 Section Overview

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1.1 Importance of Community Involvement

Community involvement is critical to effective disaster risk management, and it's essential for the community to define its own participation criteria.

1.2 Defining Participation Criteria

The section emphasizes the importance of community involvement in defining participation criteria in disaster risk management, specifically addressing the challenges faced when outsiders dictate participation terms.

1.3 User-Based Approach to Participation

The section discusses the importance of involving communities in defining their participation criteria for initiatives, emphasizing a user-based approach instead of imposing external definitions.

1.4 Community Participation Study in Ghana

This section discusses the importance of community participation in defining their own criteria for engagement, particularly in flood disaster risk management in Ghana.

Impact of Climate Change on Community

The section discusses the importance of community participation in addressing climate change impacts, highlighting the need for communities to define their criteria for meaningful participation.

2 Section Overview

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2.1 Seasonal Changes Due to Climate Change

This section discusses how climate change is affecting seasonal weather patterns, particularly in communities that face flooding and drought.

Learning Objectives

  • Community participation should be defined by the communities themselves, not imposed by external authorities.

  • Successful implementation of disaster risk management requires mutual trust and ownership among community members.

  • Climate change has significantly altered seasonal weather patterns, affecting agricultural practices and water availability.

Key Concepts

Community Participation

The process in which community members actively engage in decision-making and defining their needs and contributions.

User-Based Approach

An approach where stakeholders define the criteria and terms of their participation in projects affecting their lives.

Climate Change Impact

The significant alterations in climate patterns affecting local environments, impacting agriculture and water resource availability.

Practice Exercises

Total Questions

2

Estimated Time

4 min

Passing Score

70%

Instructions

  • Read each question carefully
  • You can use hints if you need help
  • Complete all questions before submitting
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