Community Responses to Disasters in the Pacific Rim: Place-making in Displacement

Community Responses to Disasters in the Pacific Rim explores how people respond to changes and facilitate long-term community development outcomes. It includes contributions from diverse disciplines and uses mixed methods, such as qualitative research, ethnographic methods, and Participatory Action Research. The book is structured into five thematic sections and is of interest to academics in area studies, political science, disaster planning, and human geography.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 07 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Community Responses to Disasters in the Pacific Rim delves into diverse facets of place-making in displacement within the Pacific Rim region. It explores the intricate ways in which individuals adapt and recalibrate to transformative changes, while also capturing the long-term outcomes of community development and the pivotal moments that foster such progress. This interdisciplinary work draws contributions from a wide range of experts across disaster research, sociology, urban planning, architecture, anthropology, earth science, and education. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the book incorporates qualitative research for social scientific inquiry, ethnographic methods, and, notably, participatory action research (PAR) by authors with backgrounds in design professions and a few indigenous scholars who themselves have experienced disasters. The chapters are organized into five thematic sections:

Learning as Place-Making in Displacement: This section examines how displacement shapes the learning processes and experiences of affected communities. It explores the role of education, cultural transmission, and social networks in maintaining a sense of place and identity amidst displacement.

Gender and Place-Making in Response to Displacement: Recognizing the gendered dimensions of displacement, this section explores how gender roles, power dynamics, and social norms influence the ways in which individuals and communities respond to and rebuild after disasters. It examines the challenges and opportunities faced by women, marginalized genders, and LGBTQ+ individuals during displacement.

Community Resilience in Keeping Indigenous Sense of Place: This section focuses on the strategies and practices employed by indigenous communities to preserve their cultural heritage, traditional knowledge, and sense of place amidst displacement. It explores the importance of indigenous knowledge systems, traditional practices, and community-based governance in maintaining resilience and adapting to changing circumstances.

Community (Re)Building in Displacement: This section explores the processes and challenges involved in rebuilding communities after disasters. It examines the role of government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community-led initiatives in providing assistance, reconstruction, and long-term recovery efforts. It also explores the social, economic, and environmental factors that contribute to community (re)building and the potential for sustainable development.

Transnational Place-Making: Talk to the Actor: This section delves into the transnational dimensions of displacement. It examines the ways in which disasters transcend national boundaries, impacting communities across borders and fostering inter-community cooperation and collaboration. It explores the role of international organizations, diasporas, and social media in mobilizing support and raising awareness about displacement issues.

Understanding how affected communities are recovering from their own perspectives, this book offers valuable insights to academics and practitioners in the fields of area studies, political science, disaster planning, and human geography. It sheds light on the complex dynamics of displacement, the role of community resilience, and the potential for sustainable development in the face of adversity. By examining the experiences and strategies of communities in the Pacific Rim, the book contributes to a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with displacement and provides valuable lessons for addressing such crises in the future.

Weight: 662g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032057651