The Right to Evacuation of Nuclear Disaster Victims and Disaster Risk Reduction in the Event of Radiation Emergencies: The Fukushima Nuclear Disaster

2019 ◽  
pp. 445-463
Author(s):  
Emika Tokunaga
Keyword(s):  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Disaster Victims ◽  
Nuclear Disaster ◽  
Fukushima Nuclear Disaster ◽  
The Right

General Recommendation No. 37 (2018) on the Gender-Related Dimensions of Disaster Risk Reduction in the Context of Climate Change

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 274-307
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Social Protection ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Extreme Weather Events ◽  
Gender Based Violence ◽  
Ice Caps ◽  
General Recommendation ◽  
The Right

This general recommendation provides guidance to States parties on the implementation of their obligations under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (the Convention) in relation to disaster risk reduction and climate change. In their reports submitted to the Committee pursuant to article 18, States parties should address general obligations to ensure substantive equality between women and men in all areas of life, as well as the specific guarantees in relation to those rights under the Convention that may be particularly affected by climate change and disasters, including extreme weather events such as floods and hurricanes, as well as slow-onset phenomena, such as the melting of polar ice caps and glaciers, drought and sea-level rise. General recommendation 37 is intended to underscore the urgency of mitigating the adverse effects of climate change and to highlight the steps necessary to achieve gender equality, the realization of which will reinforce the resilience of individuals and communities globally in the context of climate change and disasters. It is also intended to contribute to coherence, accountability and the mutual reinforcement of international agendas on disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation, by focusing on the impacts of climate change and disasters on women’s human rights including the right to live free from gender-based violence against women and girls, rights to education and information, rights to work and social protection, right to health, right to an adequate standard of living, and right to freedom of movement.

Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajib Shaw
Keyword(s):  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Change Agents ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Entry Points ◽  
State Governance ◽  
The Right

Community-based approaches existed even before the existence of the state and its formal governance structure. People and communities used to help and take care of each other’s disaster needs. However, due to the evolution of state governance, new terminology of community-based disaster risk reduction (CBDRR) has been coined to help communities in an organized way. Different stakeholders are responsible for community-based actions; the two key players are the local governments and civil society, or nongovernment organizations. Private sector and academic and research institutions also play crucial roles in CBDRR. Many innovative CBDRR practices exist in the world, and it is important to analyze them and learn the common lessons. The key to community is its diversity, and this should be kept in mind for the CBDRR. There are different entry points and change agents based on the diverse community. It is important to identify the right change agent and entry point and to develop a sustainable mechanism to institutionalize CBDRR activities. Social networking needs to be incorporated for effective CBDRR.

CBDRM in Nepal: a matter of risk perceptions

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-85 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Risom Laursen
Keyword(s):  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Non Governmental Organizations ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
The Right

Purpose – This paper aims to explore how different risk perceptions of experts, institutions and laymen have to be taken into consideration if non-governmental organizations and donors want to include the community in disaster risk reduction. Otherwise, community-based disaster risk management will not be community-based. Design/methodology/approach – This research is based on an intensive literature review, as well as a four-month felt study in Kathmandu (November 2011-February 2012). This study explores, from a social constructive point of view, the relationship among international, national and local actors in the effort to conduct disaster risk reduction in Nepal through a community-based approach. Findings – The Kathmandu Valley is at risk of being hit by an earthquake at anytime. If an earthquake hits, it will cause total devastation. Although the Nepalese are aware of the risks of a potential earthquake, very few have begun preparations. The author finds that the lack of preparation is partly caused by different risk perceptions among experts, institutions and laymen. Originality/value – Involving the community in disaster risk reduction today is widely accepted as the right way to work with disaster risk reduction. But, rarely the question is made: are we really involving the community by taking their risk perception serious, and not just accepting the risk perceptions from experts and institutions of science as being the right way to perceive disaster risk. The author finds that there is a tendency to ignore the community in community-based earthquake preparedness in Nepal.

scholarly journals KAPASITAS PEMERINTAH PROVINSI JAMBI DALAM MENGHADAPI BENCANA BANJIR DAN ASAP AKIBAT KEBAKARAN HUTAN DAN LAHAN

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 61
Author(s):  
Intan Adhi Perdana Putri
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Forest Fires ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Disaster Risk Management ◽  
Disaster Victims

Preventing and reducing disaster victims is crucial in the disaster risk reduction context. The government, particularly at the local level, plays a vital role in reducing such risk. Therefore, strengthening the capacity of local governments is needed to reach the goal. This necessity is clearly stated in the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (SFDDR) 2015-2030. The capacity of local government in disaster risk management is essential in preventing and minimizing the number of victims. Floods and forest and land fire haze are the most common disasters in Jambi Province. Understanding the local government capacity is imperative in the context of disaster risk reduction as such. This paper aims to explain the current capacity of the Jambi local government in managing flood and forest and land fire haze. Data were collected qualitatively from government officials through focus group discussions (FGDs) and interviews. The findings showed that the capacity of Jambi’s local government needs to be improved, and there are issues to be solved. Jambi Province policy capacity tended to focus on forest fires and lacked attention on flood-related policies. On implementation capacity, there exist some issues to be overcome, such as the local government officials’ knowledge and skills related to disaster risk management, redundant disaster preparedness programs at the village level, and the need for more detailed hazard maps. 

scholarly journals Reproduction of Volcanic Rituals in Appealing for the Right to Live in Disaster-Prone Zones on Mount Merapi

2021 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 235
Author(s):  
Bambang Hudayana
Keyword(s):  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Political Action ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Ritual Theory ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Right ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
General Society

In response to the Mount Merapi eruption in 2010, the government had conducted several disaster risk reduction programs. However, the programs had ironically threatened hamlets as communities regarding their rights to practice their local knowledge and live in their home ground. This study employed a qualitative method involving five hamlets from December 2019 until February 2020. The data were collected by employing participatory observation and depth interviews, involving the ritual organizers, participants, citizens, guests, and other audience. Spirited by ritual theory as political action, this research showed that the hamlets formulated volcanic ritual reproductions into three forms which were the delegitimation of the disaster risk reduction programs, the reinforcement of Kejawen identity, and the showing off the safety and prosperity. Those reproductions were recognized by the emergence of new ritual processions in the forms of parades, pilgrimages, offerings, and enhancements of ritual formalization and celebrations. Those reproductions positively impacted the literacy and recognition from both the government and general society that those hamlets have been living a safe and prosperous life in Merapi, even though they are located in disaster-prone areas.

scholarly journals A literature review: model of disaster risk reduction for decision support system

2021 ◽  
Vol 331 ◽  
pp. 04011
Author(s):  
Soetjipto Jojok Widodo ◽  
Hidayah Entin ◽  
Sholikhah Faizatus
Keyword(s):  
Decision Support ◽  
Decision Support System ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Support System ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Review Model ◽  
The Right

Disaster is a threat to human life. Many losses are caused by disasters, namely loss of life, injured people, loss of homes, and others. In addition, the frequency and intensity of disasters are also increasing every year. Therefore, research on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) is needed both to reduce disaster risk and to manage the disaster. The purpose of this research is to develop an appropriate DRR model in an area to assist decision-making in making policy. This research was compiled based on literature studies from various reputable journals to be used as a reference in the preparation of the right model. Then proceed with the development of a framework to model an efficient and effective DRR. The steps for making a holistic DRR model have been identified and the test design for the model has been determined, namely simulation, validation, and scenario. The recommendation given from this study is the preparation of a DSS (Decision Support System) as a tool for decision-makers to make policies regarding DRR-based regional development. This discussion will be continued in the next research by including case studies in certain urban areas.

scholarly journals DELIBERASI BAGI PEMBENTUKAN IDENTITAS ORGANISASI KEAGAMAAN DAN BUDAYA DALAM PENGURANGAN RESIKO BENCANA BERBASIS KOMUNITAS (PRBK)

2016 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 131
Author(s):  
Abdul Jalil
Keyword(s):  
Identity Formation ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Civil Society Organizations ◽  
Organized Activities ◽  
Object Of Study ◽  
The Right

Back-grounded with problems the need of community participation,  complex Disaster Risk Reduction program serves as among other action on the practice of deliberative approach as the right of a religious organization and culture at the local level that have been instituted and formed their organization, as well as the exploration of the results of the collaborative dialogue of their existence in the process of building an understanding of the importance of management issues. The object of study is Mulyodadi village because it includes areas that have the potential disaster, such as earthquakes, floods, and droughts. This paper aims to determine the deliberative practices in identity formation of civil society organizations. It deals with a programmatic framework for Disaster Risk Reduction in Indonesia, particularly studied in religious organizations particularly / culture at the grassroots level in Mulyodadi. The method of the research is participant observation, namely a visit and stay with the community as well as data collecting on the actors and organizations associated with religious / cultural and other forms of organized activities. Both religion and culture serve as the spirit and the driving motivation and action in a variety of disaster recovery. Religion has a divine moral values, and cultural valuesthat have been established by the community. It includes institutionalization of the actors with a vehicle for achieving the organization's vision and mission and through the program, budget and human resources that are able to adapt and manage the external environment. The successful organization of resources and capital can form identity of both organizations.

Analisis Longsor Cililin Dan Model Pengupayaan Kestabilan Lerengnya

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wisyanto
Keyword(s):  
Land Cover ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk Reduction ◽  
Disaster Risk ◽  
Landslide Risk ◽  
West Java ◽  
Water Condition ◽  
Reduction Program ◽  
Landslide Risk Reduction

Landslides have occurred in various places in Indonesia. Likewise with West Java, there were many regions that has experienced repeated landslides. Having many experience of occurrences of landslides, we should have had a good landslide risk reduction program. Indeed, the incidence of landslides depends on many variables. Due to that condition, it may that a region would have different variable with another region. So it is impossible to generalize the implementation of a mitigation technology for all areas prone to landslides. Research of the Cililin's landslide is to anticipate the next disasters that may happen in around the area of 2013 Cililin Landslide. Through observation lithological conditions, water condition, land cover and landscape, as well as consideration of wide dimension of the building footing, the distance of building to the slopes and so forth, it has been determined some efforts of disaster risk reduction in the area around the landslide against the occurrence of potential landslide in the future.Bencana tanah longsor telah terjadi di berbagai tempat di Indonesia. Demikian halnya dengan Jawa Barat, tidak sedikit daerahnya telah berulang kali mengalami longsor. Seharusnya dengan telah banyaknya kejadian longsor, kita mampu mengupayakan program penurunan risiko longsor secara baik. Memang kejadian longsor bergantung pada banyak variabel, dimana dari satu daerah dengan daerah yang lain akan sangat memungkinkan mempunyai variabel yang berbeda, sehingga tidak mungkin kita membuat generalisasi penerapan suatu teknologi mitigasinya untuk semua daerah rawan longsor. Penelitian longsor di Cililin dilakukan untuk mengantisipasi terjadinya bencana di sekitar daerah Longsor Cililin 2013 yang lalu. Melalui pengamatan kondisi litologi, keairan, tutupan lahan dan bentang alam yang ada, serta pertimbangan akan dimensi luas pijakan bangunan, jarak batas bangunan dengan lereng dan lain sebagainya, telah ditentukan beberapa upaya penurunan risiko bencana di daerah sekitar longsor terhadap potensi kejadian longsor dimasa mendatang.Keywords: Landslide, risk reduction, footing of building, Cililin

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