2. Stakeholders and Partnerships
The chapter discusses community mapping and stakeholder engagement in addressing urban challenges. It highlights the roles of different stakeholders, such as local community members and municipal corporations, in data collection and hazard assessment. Furthermore, the text elaborates on the infrastructural issues faced during flood events and the challenges in evacuation due to poor planning and communication.
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What we have learnt
- Stakeholder engagement is critical for successful community mapping.
- Data collection on land-use and hazard parameters is essential for effective urban planning.
- Challenges in evacuation during flood events are exacerbated by poor infrastructure and communication gaps.
Key Concepts
- -- Community Mapping
- A participatory process where community members collaborate to create a visual representation of their environment and resources.
- -- Hazard Parameters
- Criteria used to evaluate risks associated with disasters, such as flood duration and areas frequently affected.
- -- Urban Infrastructure
- Physical structures and facilities in urban areas, including roads, bridges, drainage systems, and public utilities.
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