Exploring transdisciplinary approaches to facilitate disaster risk reduction
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15308390 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Shohei Matsuura (Japan International Cooperation Agency, corresponding author), Khamarrul Azahari Razak (0000-0003-3686-7549, University of Technology Malaysia) |
| Year | 2019 |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue | 6 |
| Pages | 817-830 |
| Publication date | 2019-10-09 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Disaster Prevention and Management An International Journal (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0965-3562 • E-ISSN: 1758-6100 |
| Publisher | Emerald Publishing Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1108/dpm-09-2019-0289 |
| OpenAlex | W2980209985 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 7 |
| References cited | 9 |
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to look into how collaborations among science and technology groups and other stakeholders in the Asia-Pacific region can facilitate implementation of national and local disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies through education, training and field practice. Case studies on transdisciplinary approach (TDA) that integrates cross-cutting DRR issues and various stakeholders through science and technology are introduced from several countries in the region as attempts to holistically support societies build and strengthen their disaster resilience. Design/methodology/approach First, through literature review, the transition from single discipline to TDA is illustrated in which various stakeholders of different disciplines work together to achieve a common societal goal. This is followed by introduction of several case studies of actual TDA implementation for DRR in which information had been gathered through surveys and interviews with international science and technology stakeholders. Finally, through analysis and discussion, the study identifies the key roles of science and technology stakeholders for facilitating TDA for DRR. Findings The study concludes with key findings on the specific roles of science and technology including provision of education and training to build capacities of DRR practitioners to effectively plan and implement DRR measures, support to evidence-based decision making through locally specific scientific assessments and analysis and validation scientific information on the actual field for DRR practitioners and agencies. In materializing these roles into action, institutionalization of supporting policies and budget provision that promotes TDA are suggested. Originality/value Even though TDA is not a new concept and many stakeholders understand its importance, TDA has not been widely exercised mainly due to conventional practices of experts and organizations working only within their groups and disciplines. With this understanding, this study has newly identified eight key elements that can be used as a guide and checklist for DRR stakeholders to effectively implement TDA for strengthening disaster resilience of their societies
Action plan · Business · Disaster risk reduction · Environmental resource management · Institutionalisation · Knowledge management · Management · Political science · Process management · Public relations · Realisation · Resilience (materials science · Sociology · Work (physics · Computer Science · Disaster Management and Resilience · Disaster Response and Management · Engineering · Infrastructure Resilience and Vulnerability Analysis
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| Unique citing works | 7 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 1.17 |
| Citation span | 2020 - 2025 (6) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 7 |