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How to build individual and community resilience so that disasters are less likely to happen
2024
Community members in Nepal save grain in a store for use in an emergency. Photo: International Nepal Fellowship
Whoever we are and wherever we live in the world, we all have to deal with events or situations that could result in loss or injury. Some of these - such as cyclones, floods and drought - are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change.
This edition of Footsteps focuses on how we can build resilience so that when there is a hazardous event we are better able to cope with the impacts, reducing the risk of disaster.
A disaster occurs when a hazard affects people who are vulnerable to it in some way, and who are unable to cope with its impact
God uses a disaster preparedness project to save Jacob’s family and the future of Israel
Activities to help us understand risk and take action to build resilience
Communities in Sri Lanka learn how to use their existing skills and resources to build resilience and self-reliance
Adopting an integrated approach to disaster mitigation and preparedness in India
Overcoming fatalism and taking action to reduce the risk of disaster in Pakistan
How to give first and immediate assistance to someone with an illness or injury
Tearfund’s partners use participatory approaches to support communities at risk of disaster in Nepal
How to create a designated safe space where people can shelter during an emergency
An invitation to participate in a movement for change
How local churches can work with communities to build resilience and reduce the risk of disaster
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