social-ecological resilience

Social-ecological resilience is the ability of communities and the environment to adapt and recover from disturbances, such as natural disasters or economic changes. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of human societies and ecosystems, recognizing that healthy, adaptable social systems support sustainable environmental conditions, and vice versa. Essentially, it’s about how well a community can withstand shocks, learn from them, and continue to thrive by maintaining strong relationships between people, land, water, and other natural resources. This resilience helps ensure both societal well-being and ecological health over time.