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A participatory systems dynamic modelling approach to understanding flood systems in a coastal community in Cameroon

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ID22026779
AuthorsLum Sonita Awah (0000-0001-7487-4075, University of the Free State, corresponding author), Johanes A Belle (0000-0003-0770-8995, University of the Free State), Yong Sebastian Nyam (0000-0001-7175-2873, University of the Free State), Israel R Orimoloye (0000-0001-5058-2799, University of the West Indies)
Year2024
Volume101
Pages104236
Publication date2024-02-01
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueInternational Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2212-4209
PublisherElsevier BV (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1016/j.ijdrr.2023.104236
OpenAlexW4390511890
LanguageEN
Citations received5
References cited62

In the face of increasing flood risks and the need for effective management both at national and local levels, this study highlights a participatory approach that transcends conventional stakeholder consultation but delves into drawing insights through conceptual models that unveil the potential of the Participatory System Dynamic Modelling approach to mitigate flood risks, even at the grassroots level effectively. Through active stakeholder engagement, the study focuses on identifying and analysing the intricate interdependencies and feedback loops within the Limbe flood risk management system that are crucial for recommending comprehensive and actionable flood risk mitigation strategies for Limbe's cross-sectoral dynamics. By including flood experts and community stakeholders in the conceptual model construction, the study utilises an evaluative framework that accounts for system processes and outcomes, ensuring a holistic understanding of the flood risk system, considering scientific knowledge and real-life experiences. The findings underscore the value of participatory modelling techniques in facilitating the identification and prioritisation of intervention options by diverse stakeholders, thereby promoting active engagement in local flood risk management, a vital step in addressing the escalating challenges posed by climate change and natural disasters

Business · Citizen journalism · Conceptual framework · Conceptual model · Environmental planning · Environmental resource management · Flood myth · Geography · Grassroots · Interdependence · Knowledge management · Political science · Politics · Process management · Public relations · Sociology · Stakeholder · Stakeholder engagement · Computer Science · Disaster Management and Resilience · Environmental Science · Flood Risk Assessment and Management · Sustainability and Climate Change Governance

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Citation span2024 - 2026 (3)
Highly citedNo

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