Youth Participation in Disaster Risk Reduction Through Science Clubs in the Philippines

• 2014

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• Glenn Fernandez; Rajib Shaw
PMID: 25440993DOI: 10.1111/disa.12100

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This article discusses the increased focus on the role of young people in important issues, like disaster risk reduction (DRR), during the UN-led International Year of Youth from August 2010 to August 2011. It specifically explores the potential of science clubs in the Philippines as a platform for youth involvement in DRR efforts. A survey involving 658 science club members across different provinces was conducted to gather both quantitative and qualitative data. The findings suggest that science clubs can help overcome barriers to youth participation in DRR by enabling them to bridge gaps between school, home, and community. This approach allows youth to share their knowledge of disaster prevention, preparedness, and response effectively.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Community Participation; Disaster Planning; Philippines; Adolescent; Risk Reduction Behavior; Qualitative Research; Surveys and Questionnaires

Institutions: Kyoto University

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