The Role of Disaster Management Frameworks in Enhancing Human Security: A Review
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https://doi.org/10.58425/gjppa.v2i1.369Keywords:
Disaster management frameworks, human security, preparedness, resilience, risk reduction, community participation, early warning systems, sustainable recoveryAbstract
Aim: This study aims to examine the role of disaster management frameworks in enhancing human security by analyzing national and regional approaches, and assessing their integration of preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation strategies in disaster-prone contexts.
Methods: A qualitative review methodology was used, synthesizing academic literature and national disaster policies from countries including India, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Nigeria, and the European Union. The analysis focused on the alignment of these frameworks with the pillars of human security—freedom from fear, want, and indignity—and their effectiveness in disaster risk reduction and resilience building.
Results: The findings indicate that well-structured disaster management frameworks significantly improve human security by enhancing community resilience, institutional coordination, and individual preparedness. Countries that implemented technology-driven, community-inclusive, and multi-sectoral approaches—such as Ethiopia and Tanzania—demonstrated stronger alignment with human security principles. Conversely, nations with underfunded or fragmented systems, like Nigeria, showed reduced effectiveness. Across cases, the integration of early warning systems, legal structures, public education, and recovery support services were pivotal in reducing vulnerability and promoting long-term stability.
Conclusion: Disaster management frameworks are essential for protecting populations from both immediate and long-term disaster impacts.
Recommendations: Governments and disaster agencies should strengthen their frameworks by increasing community participation through regular training and simulations, securing long-term funding for critical infrastructure and response systems, and establishing clear, inclusive communication protocols for effective coordination before, during, and after disasters.
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