3.3. Dependency and Community Energy

moment land titles are not defined that gives a little insecurity for them and that is where their insecurity of tenure, people spend no time or effort in developing their settlement. When you know, that the tenure is not with you, how will you dedicate some amount and effort to make that place better and similarly the streets have not been paved and the main squares has also been neglected and but the houses which here also they use this quincha technique and they are still in a good conditions and there also extension of the homes which you see in the other cases as well.

In areas where land ownership is unclear, people often feel insecure about their rights to that land. This insecurity discourages them from investing time and resources into improving their living conditions. If someone believes they might not have a stable place to live, they might not want to renovate or maintain their house properly. This problem can lead to neglected streets and public spaces, as the community does not feel ownership or responsibility towards them. Even if some houses are built with durable techniques, overall community improvement suffers due to this lack of tenure.

Imagine renting an apartment without a clear contract. You might hesitate to decorate or invest in repairing anything, since you’re unsure if you’ll stay there long. Similarly, residents who lack secure land titles may not commit to enhancing their homes or neighborhoods.

The last one is the relocation, in relocation of flood victims in Tierra Prometida, Ica. So, here, the church was involved, the missionary is also involved in the relocation process. So, what they did was they initially have been supported the kind of temporary shelters and the transition shelters. And then later on, the church play an important role in negotiating and providing certain helping hand to make their houses you know, in a better way but then here, if you look at it, it is not the community who have not solved it, it is the priest or the church who have solved their problems by receiving a payment for the work, they do for their own benefit.

In the case of flood victims in Tierra Prometida, the church stepped in to assist with their relocation. Initially, they provided temporary shelters to help those who were displaced. Over time, the church also became involved in improving the living conditions of these individuals, acting as a negotiator and supporter. However, it’s critical to note that the church’s involvement often meant they were compensated for their services. This raises questions about community empowerment; instead of the community organizing and addressing their own needs, they rely heavily on church support, creating a scenario where the church benefits financially from their work.

Think of it like a school project where one student does all the work and gets the credit. If the rest of the group relies solely on this student to finish the project and doesn’t learn anything themselves, they're not developing the necessary skills or confidence to conduct future projects independently.

So, which means the population does participate in the settlement but they are paid for it. So, it becomes a paid process and this paternalism reveals a mistaken concept of charity, which has created an absolute dependence on donations, affecting the population’s dignity and self-esteem. So, here, instead of making them involved and realize the self-esteem character of it, here, they have become dependent because they are getting paid for that own work.

Involving the population in their settlement processes, while seemingly positive, is complicated by the fact that they are often paid for their involvement. This 'paid participatory process' can lead to dependency on external support, which undermines their sense of autonomy and self-worth. In many cases, this creates a cycle where individuals expect aid rather than developing self-reliance and initiative in improving their own conditions.

Consider someone who always receives help for their assignments instead of doing the work themselves. They may become reliant on that help, losing confidence in their own abilities and not learning how to tackle tasks by themselves.

But summarizing, putting altogether is when we have these all the disaster context, we have the loss of lives which is a common context, destroyed housing, damages to services, damages to community education and health infrastructure, destruction of productive facilities, crops and cattle, disruption of local governments because in all the cases there are groups which are migrant groups which have migrated because of terror aspects, psychological and emotional damages.

Disasters result not only in immediate physical destruction, such as loss of homes and infrastructure, but they also cause long-term social and psychological damage. These issues are compounded by displacement, often caused by conflict or terror. The cumulative effects can severely hinder community recovery and development, as vital services and emotional stability are disrupted. Understanding these impacts is essential for fostering a resilient community that can recover from such events.

Think of a town that faces a natural disaster. Beyond houses being destroyed, the town loses its schools, health services, and emotional stability. It would take time and effort to rebuild not just physical structures, but also emotional ties and community trust.

But the underlying aspect, common aspect is the poverty but now in the last cases here woman played an important role in the recovery process. They have been, being a participant in different activities and they have been working leading certain groups.

While poverty is a common issue in disaster-affected areas, women have increasingly taken on leadership roles in recovery processes. Their active participation in community activities not only aids in rebuilding but also showcases their capability to lead and drive change within their communities. Recognizing and promoting women’s contributions can significantly enhance overall recovery efforts and empower entire communities.

Consider a community where women come together to start a local business after a crisis. Their leadership and collaboration not only help the business thrive but also inspire others in the community to engage positively, demonstrating strength and resilience.

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