Strategies for building community resilience against slow-onset hazards

Amirzadeh, Melika; Naser, Barakpour

doi:10.1016/j.ijdrr.2021.102599

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“…He defined resilience as a way to understand the dynamic and nonlinear stresses absorbed in the ecosystem and the amount of perturbation that can be absorbed by the ecosystem so that it can remain stable without significant changes in its structure. Although the initial definitions of the concept are often focused on the resistance of a system or returning to the equilibrium after experiencing a shock or a sudden change ( Ludwig et al, 1997 ; Pimm, 1991 ), today, resilience is considered to be a broader concept that recognizes the importance of adaptation and non-equilibrium dynamics that is not focused solely on sudden shocks or disruptions ( Amirzadeh and Barakpour, 2021 ; 2019a ).…”

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Towards building resilient cities to pandemics: A review of COVID-19 literature

Amirzadeh

Sobhaninia

Buckman

et al. 2023

Sustainable Cities and Society

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Towards building resilient cities to pandemics: A review of COVID-19 literature

Amirzadeh

Sobhaninia

Buckman

et al. 2023

Sustainable Cities and Society

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“…The dynamic interactions between individuals and a place and between individuals forge a sense of place (Norberg-Schulz, 1975) that will change and develop over time (Tuan, 1979). These interactions provide special meanings for different people (Amirzadeh & Barakpour, 2021). The accumulation of these diverse meanings (positive and negative) builds a collective sense of place, which can lead to a vital unity among people (Lynch, 1960).…”

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Need for Creative Placemaking in New Development Areas: An Analysis of the Real Estate Developments of Qom, Iran

Sobhaninia

Buckman

Schupbach

2023

INTREST

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Sense of place gives meaning to the areas in which we live. Despite the importance of the sense of place in the quality of life and the success of new development areas, many new developments, especially those built as exurbs to large cities and geared towards housing for middle and lower-income people, are built without a conscious understanding and design to encourage a sense of place. While recognizing that economic and longstanding racial, religious, and other societal factors might influence the flow of capital and resources to new development areas, placemaking can provide communities with some of the tools they need to revitalize neighborhoods. This paper presents the findings of one of those places in Qom, Iran, where development was built without consulting those who would live there and, in turn, suffered the repercussions of that decision. Moreover, although some studies have acknowledged the importance of creative placemaking, limited studies have provided practical strategies to improve new development areas using this concept. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the current sense of place and propose practical strategies to enhance place quality in new development areas using creative placemaking. Through a mixed-method study, including a survey and follow-up interviews with the community’s residents, the researchers have found that a general banality exists in the Qom, which degrades the residents' sense of place. The research results show the importance of social participation, emphasizing co-produced and citizen-led creative placemaking at the beginning of the development process. As only half of the community has been developed, the findings of this research can help lead the future of real estate development and, in turn, help real estate developers design and build communities that will create a sense of belonging for residents, maintain their value and be a destination for future residents.

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“…The "One Community at a Time" approach includes institutional and governance considerations [7]. According to studies [8,9], community people must be involved in the development and execution of programs to enhance resilience. These procedures must be inclusive, participatory, and transparent.…”

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“One community at a time”: promoting community resilience in the face of natural hazards and public health challenges

Ma,

Qirui,

2023

BMC Public Health

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Background Resilience is vital for facing natural disasters and public health challenges. Despite the significance of resilience-building activities, there is a scarcity of locally-tailored planning and response strategies, leaving communities incapable of addressing the unique challenges posed by natural disasters and public health crises. This study aims to explore how the “One Community at a Time” approach enhances community resilience in facing natural hazards and public health challenges. Methods A systematic review was conducted over journal articles published from January 2001 to April 2023 through PRISMA approach. Multiple databases such as Web of Science and Scopus were thoroughly searched. We used independent screening by two researchers and painstaking data extraction using standardized forms. This approach was adopted to assure the reliability, validity, and precision of our study selection and analysis. The included studies’ quality was evaluated by the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Results In the evaluation, 35 studies were deemed eligible for inclusion and underwent in-depth examination. Several major components of “One Community at a Time” have been identified, including social capital and networks, local knowledge and learning, effective governance and leadership, preparedness and response capacity, and adaptive infrastructure and resources. This framework highlights the significance of individualized approaches to resilience-building initiatives, recognizing that each community has specific strengths, needs, and challenges. Conclusion Relevant stakeholders can adapt suitable resilient strategies to help prepare and recover from natural hazards and public health challenges. By adopting a localized strategy, stakeholders can collaborate to develop a culture of readiness and resilience, ultimately leading to more sustainable and resilient communities. This framework advises community-based groups, local government, and other stakeholders on prioritizing partnerships, preparedness planning, community participation, and leadership as essential components of creating and maintaining resilience. “One Community at a Time” framework offers practical guidance for community-based organizations, local government, and other stakeholders to prioritize partnerships, preparedness planning, community participation, and leadership as essential components of creating and sustaining resilience.

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Strategies for building community resilience against slow-onset hazards

Cited by 22 publications

References 50 publications

Towards building resilient cities to pandemics: A review of COVID-19 literature

Towards building resilient cities to pandemics: A review of COVID-19 literature

Need for Creative Placemaking in New Development Areas: An Analysis of the Real Estate Developments of Qom, Iran

“One community at a time”: promoting community resilience in the face of natural hazards and public health challenges

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