community-based disaster management

Community-based disaster management (CBDM) is a proactive approach where local communities actively participate in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters. It emphasizes empowering residents to assess risks, develop plans, and implement safety measures tailored to their specific needs and resources. CBDM fosters local ownership, enhances resilience, and ensures that response efforts are timely and effective, leveraging local knowledge and social networks. By involving the community at every stage, CBDM aims to reduce vulnerabilities and build a collective capacity to manage disasters more effectively.