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The Role of Social Capital in Disaster Resilience in Remote Communities after the 2015 Nepal Earthquake

Summary

This study highlights the significance of social capital in disaster recovery and resilience, particularly in remote rural areas. The research explores how different types of social capital (bonding, bridging, and linking) played a role after the 2015 earthquake in three Nepali communities with varying access to resources and support. The study draws on qualitative data from Participatory Videos, Focus Group Discussions, and Key Informant Interviews conducted in 2018.

Categories:

Case Studies


Writer:

Sarita Panday, Simon Rushton, JibanKarki, Julie Balen Amy Barnes


Link Source:

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijdrr.2021.102112


Publisher:

International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction


Published Year:

2021