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.
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What we have learnt
- 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.
- -- UserBased 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.
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