This paper discusses the inclusive blend of simulations, models and games and other digital and/or online technologies with local/regional "virtual communities" and communities of practice as a potentially powerful and effective approach to comprehensive community emergency preparedness.
The CCDRM Fund seeks to support, on a locally responsive basis, small projects that tangibly and practically reduce risk in vulnerable communities. Community groups, non-governmental organizations, and government agencies are eligible.
Critique on the lack of robust measurement frameworks and attention to the dimensions of participation in most participatory development approaches.
This paper examines the role of social capital in the post earthquake rehabilitation and reconstruction programs in two cases: Kobe, Japan and Gujarat, India.
A collection of practice notes developed by Christian Aid to help civil society organisations and communities to better monitor, influence and secure commitment to the Hyogo Framework for Action at the local level.
An article by Homeless International about the CLIFF which provides venture capital and other financial products directly to organisations of the urban poor, to support community-led slum upgrading schemes conceived in partnership with city authorities.
Online survey that provides a rating of individual readiness and recommends resources for addressing particular preparedness deficiencies identified. The site also provides averaged results for zip code areas and nationally in the U.S. Workplace, school, and community versions are also planned.
'The Lower Ninth Ward Neighborhood Empowerment Network Association (NENA) was established in the aftermath of Katrina to play a lead role in rebuilding New Orleans’ Lower 9th Ward.'
Interactive site to learn what concerns people living and working in coastal South Carolina.
'This project seeks to compile the lessons gained by individuals, small communities, and organizations in confronting environmental challenges linked to climate change to bring the concerns and needs of vulnerable communities to the global debate.'
