Disaster Prevention and Management
Scope & Guideline
Advancing resilience through research and innovation.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary approaches, integrating insights from various fields such as sociology, environmental science, urban planning, and public health to address complex disaster-related challenges. - Community Engagement:
A core focus is on participatory methodologies that involve affected communities in disaster research and management, highlighting the voices and experiences of marginalized groups, including Indigenous peoples and individuals with disabilities. - Policy and Governance:
The journal explores the dynamics of disaster governance, policy implementation, and the effectiveness of disaster risk management frameworks at local, national, and international levels. - Innovative Methodologies:
There is a strong emphasis on innovative research methodologies, including participatory action research, photovoice, and critical reflexivity, to enhance the understanding of disaster experiences and improve DRR efforts. - Social and Environmental Justice:
The journal addresses issues of social justice and equity in disaster risk reduction, focusing on how different social groups are affected by disasters and the need for inclusive practices in disaster management.
Trending and Emerging
- Indigenous Knowledge and Perspectives:
There is a growing trend towards incorporating Indigenous knowledge systems and perspectives in disaster risk reduction, recognizing their value in understanding local vulnerabilities and enhancing community resilience. - Intersectionality and Vulnerability:
Research is increasingly focusing on the intersectionality of social identities and how they influence vulnerability to disasters, particularly examining gender, race, and socio-economic factors in disaster contexts. - Participatory Action Research:
The use of participatory action research methodologies is on the rise, emphasizing collaborative engagement with affected communities to co-create knowledge and solutions for disaster risk reduction. - Climate Change and Environmental Disasters:
There is an emerging focus on the interplay between climate change and disaster risk, exploring how environmental degradation exacerbates vulnerabilities and impacts recovery efforts. - Ethics and Reflexivity in Disaster Research:
An increasing emphasis on ethical considerations and reflexivity in disaster research is evident, with scholars advocating for more responsible and inclusive research practices that consider the implications of their work on vulnerable populations.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Disaster Response Models:
There is a noticeable decline in research centered on conventional disaster response models, as the field increasingly recognizes the necessity for adaptive, community-centered approaches that prioritize resilience and recovery. - Overemphasis on Technological Solutions:
Research focusing solely on technological solutions for disaster risk management has waned, with a growing recognition that human and social dimensions are crucial for effective disaster prevention and recovery. - Disaster Management as a Linear Process:
The perception of disaster management as a linear process is declining, as recent studies emphasize the complexity and interconnectedness of disaster phases, advocating for more dynamic and iterative approaches.
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