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Introduction to the Gerando Process
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Today, we are discussing the Gerando process, which aids communities in managing disaster risks. Can anyone tell me what you think the first step should be?
Maybe it's about knowing what disasters can occur?
Exactly! The first step is to establish a local DRM committee in each community. This committee identifies significant shocks such as droughts or floods. This establishes a foundation for understanding the risks. Can anyone tell me why this step is crucial?
It helps the community to be prepared and aware of what could happen!
Absolutely! Preparing enables communities to respond effectively. Now, let's go into detail about the vulnerability and capacity assessment. Why do you think this assessment is necessary?
So they can understand how much danger they really face and what they can do?
Yes, that's right! The assessment reveals the community's strengths and weaknesses, informing future actions. Remember this step as V for Vulnerability!
Social Capital and Community Engagement
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Now let's switch gears and talk about social capital. Does anyone know what social capital means?
Is it about the connections and networks in a community?
Correct! According to Putnam, social capital consists of connections among individuals. Why is this important during a crisis?
Because it helps people work together more effectively!
Yes! Crises often bring communities together. It's an opportunity for stronger bonds. Can you think of examples of how communities support each other during disasters?
Like people organizing food and water distribution!
Exactly, and these actions are critical. However, they are often overlooked by official disaster management organizations. Remember: Community networks matter!
Participatory Methods and Challenges
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Let's dive into participatory methods today. Can anyone tell me the three important T's for effective participation?
Transparency, Time, and Trust!
Great! Transparency means being open about processes and decisions. Why is this important?
It makes people feel included and informed!
Exactly! This leads to trust. However, are there any challenges in including everyone in these discussions?
Yes, some people might feel left out or not know how to participate.
Exactly! It's challenging. That's why we must address the 'have and have-nots' in communities. Let's remember these challenges as we work towards inclusive disaster management.
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The section highlights the Gerando process, which involves establishing local disaster risk management (DRM) committees to assess vulnerability and develop disaster preparedness plans. It emphasizes the significance of social capital and inclusive participation in community-driven approaches while recognizing the challenges posed by power dynamics within communities.
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Addressing Power Relations
In this section, we explore the Gerando process, a collaborative framework aimed at enhancing community disaster risk management (CBDRM). From 2006 to 2010, over 30 projects were piloted as part of this initiative, highlighting its scalability and impact. The process encompasses six interrelated stages: establishing local DRM committees, identifying significant shocks, assessing vulnerabilities, recognizing early warning indicators, and implementing mitigation plans, all facilitated by trained community members.
A major finding emphasizes the undervaluation of informal social networks by official disaster management entities. Despite successful community-led efforts such as search and rescues, these actions are often dismissed due to a lack of formal recognition. The section also highlights the role of social capital, which involves resources and networks that communities rely on, fostering social connectedness during crises.
Additionally, key participatory methods—Transparently, Time, and Trust (the three T’s)—are crucial for effective community engagement. Addressing the challenge of inclusion, the section notes the complexity of involving all community members in CBDRM activities. Ultimately, understanding and effectively navigating power dynamics is fundamental to successful disaster management.
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Understanding Local Capacities in Disaster Management
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Vision in collaboration with Eduardo Mondale University which has piloted over 30 projects from 2006 to 2010 about 4 years they have scaled up to 30 projects using this CBDRM method. Gerando is a process for supporting local capacities to identify, predict, manage hazard impacts. The process consists of 6 interrelated stages which I will explain briefly about it and which has been facilitated by a trained member of the local community.
Detailed Explanation
This chunk introduces Gerando, a disaster risk management approach involving local communities. It started in collaboration with Eduardo Mondale University and has evolved through various projects. The key concept here is that it supports local capacities, meaning it empowers community members to take charge of identifying and managing hazard impacts effectively. Gerando consists of 6 stages guided by a local facilitator who helps the community navigate the process.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine a community dealing with frequent floods. Instead of waiting for outside help, they use the Gerando process to form a committee that focuses on understanding their unique challenges, identifying what causes the most problems, and finding ways to prepare better for future floods. This is similar to how local sports teams use coaches from within the community who understand the players' abilities and strategies best.
Establishing Local Disaster Management Committees
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The first aspect is establish a local DRM committee in each community so, you have a community and then you try to make sure that you set up a DRM committee, the disaster risk management committee in each community.
Detailed Explanation
Establishing a local Disaster Risk Management (DRM) committee is a critical first step in the Gerando process. This committee typically consists of community members who are tasked with assessing and managing the risks their community faces from hazards. Their local knowledge is crucial in understanding how disasters might impact them, enabling proactive measures.
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Think of the DRM committee like a school safety team formed by teachers and parents. They plan how to respond if there’s a fire drill or an emergency. By having people who know the community well, just like teachers know the students, the team can create effective plans that suit their specific needs.
Identifying Community Shocks and Stressors
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The Gerando facilitator usually the community coordinator, who then leads the committee and community through the next 5 steps... identify the significant shocks and stress that committee faces, is it due to drought, is it famine, is it war...
Detailed Explanation
In this step, the community coordinator helps the DRM committee identify various shocks and stressors like droughts, famine, or conflict. Understanding these specific challenges is vital for developing targeted strategies that can effectively mitigate the impacts of these threats. It involves engaging with community members to gather input on their experiences and fears.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a local farmer's group meeting where they discuss different weather patterns affecting their crops. They share stories of past droughts and floods, helping each other understand what risks are most pressing. This is similar to how communities come together to discuss and address challenges they each face.
Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment
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...carry out vulnerability and capacity assessment... understanding the analysis part of it, identify the scientific and traditional or indigenous early warning indicators.
Detailed Explanation
This stage involves assessing the community's vulnerability to identified shocks and understanding its capacities to cope with them. It includes identifying early warning signals both scientifically (like weather forecasts) and traditionally (like seasonal changes). This assessment helps prioritize actions based on actual risks faced by the community.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine a town that often floods. They might look at historical data (scientific indicators) and ask elders about signs of rising waters (traditional indicators) to better prepare for the next flood season. By combining modern science with local knowledge, they create a more effective warning system.
Developing Mitigation Plans
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...develop and implement mitigation plans, where appropriate draw up a community disaster preparedness plan...
Detailed Explanation
Once the community has a clear understanding of their vulnerabilities, they can develop mitigation plans. These include actions to prepare for and reduce the impact of potential disasters. The community disaster preparedness plan is a documented strategy outlining procedures to follow in an emergency and preventive measures to reduce vulnerabilities.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a family creating an emergency plan for natural disasters. They might decide to store food, water, and first-aid supplies, set a meeting place if they are separated, and rehearse what to do if there’s an earthquake. Just like that, communities create plans to safeguard themselves and ensure a coordinated response.
The Role of Inclusion and Participation
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...the participation, whom to include, how to include and because they have all different expectations and this is where the participatory methods play an important role...
Detailed Explanation
Participation in disaster management is crucial, as different community members have varying expectations and needs. Using participatory methods helps ensure everyone’s voice is heard, leading to more comprehensive and effective disaster management strategies that consider all perspectives.
Examples & Analogies
Consider planning a community event, like a festival. A successful planner will seek input from different groups — families, youth, and seniors — to ensure the event appeals to everyone. Similarly, in disaster management, involving diverse community members helps tailor solutions that work for all.
Establishing Trust through Transparency and Time
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The first T talks about the transparency which requires clarity, openness, accountability... the second aspect is time...
Detailed Explanation
Building trust in community disaster risk management requires transparency, meaning clear communication about processes and decisions. It also requires time, as relationships built over seasons of interaction create a solid foundation for collaboration. Both factors are essential for effective community engagement.
Examples & Analogies
Think about a relationship with a close friend. If your friend communicates openly and consistently spends time with you, trust grows. Similarly, in community management, when leaders are transparent about plans and take the time to engage with residents, trust develops.
Challenges of Inclusivity in Community Engagement
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...is it practical to involve everyone all the time in CBDRM activities? This is a very difficult question; this is a very difficult task for any NGO to address it.
Detailed Explanation
Involving everyone in every aspect of community-based disaster risk management can be challenging. Practitioners must find a balance between inclusivity and practicality, often having to prioritize certain vulnerable groups who may require more immediate attention and support during disasters.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a large advisory board trying to make decisions. While it's great to involve many voices, coordinating everyone's opinions can be overwhelming. Sometimes, smaller focus groups that represent the larger community are created to provide more detailed input while still including all voices in the final decisions.
Power Dynamics in Disaster Management
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In any community, there always a power relations; one is have and have-nots, power and powerful; powerless and powerful.
Detailed Explanation
This chunk highlights the importance of recognizing the existing power dynamics within communities. Disaster management solutions must consider these dynamics to ensure that the voices of marginalized groups are heard, fostering an inclusive environment that allows all community members to participate and benefit from disaster risk management.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a sports team where some players feel they have more power because they are more experienced or physically stronger. If the coach isn’t careful, the views of newer or less experienced players might be disregarded, leading to resentment. Similarly, in communities, ignoring the voices of the less powerful can lead to ineffective disaster management solutions.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Gerando Process: Framework for community disaster management.
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Vulnerability Assessment: Crucial for understanding community risks.
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Social Capital: Networks that strengthen community resilience.
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Three T's: Transparency, Time, and Trust as pillars of participation.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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The establishment of DRM committees in local communities manages risks like drought effectively.
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Following disasters, affected communities often organize their resources to provide support such as food distribution.
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In every crisis, together we'll stand, through trust and time, we build a strong band!
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a village that came together during a flood. They used their past experiences, shared their resources, and created a fully coordinated response plan to keep everyone safe. Their strength was in the bonds they had built prior to the disaster.
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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To remember the stages, use ‘GREAT’: G for Gerando, R for Risks identified, E for Early warnings defined, A for Assessment of vulnerabilities, T for community Team plans made.
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T3
- Transparency
- Time
- Trust – the trio of participation in community efforts.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: CBDRM
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Community-based disaster risk management; a method emphasizing local community participation in identifying and managing risks.
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Term: Vulnerability Assessment
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A process to identify and evaluate the vulnerabilities faced by a community to manage risks effectively.
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Term: Social Capital
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The networks, relationships, and trust that facilitate cooperation among members of a community.
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Term: Gerando
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A community-driven process that supports local capacities to manage disaster risks through specific stages.
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Term: Early Warning Indicators
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Signals, both scientific and traditional, that predict impending hazards, enabling communities to prepare.