Posts tagged Community-based approach
Juneteenth: Shining a spotlight on Inclusive Research Practices

Juneteenth is now recognized as an important day in US history and is a powerful reminder that the quest for freedom and equality in the US has been (and remains to be) a long, hard struggle. As we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people, let’s take the opportunity to reflect on how researchers can contribute to the continued fight for inclusivity, equality and justice for all. 

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A Shift From Relief and Response to Disaster Risk Reduction: The changing disaster management discourse and policy approach

Over the last two decades, the discourse of disaster management has undergone significant change, notably shifting from relief and response to disaster risk reduction (DRR), community-based disaster management (CBDM), and enhancing community resilience to natural disasters. The results of these changes have been evident in terms of the reduction in death and property loss, particularly in the developing world.

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