Aim and Scope

Journal of Disaster Management and Community Resilience (JDMCR) is a leading peer-reviewed and open-access journal, published by Institute for Advanced Social, Science, and Sustainable Future (IASSSF), Jakarta, Indonesia, with e-ISSN: 3062-7591. JDMCR is published twice a year (February and August), and all articles published are available online with open access.

 

Aims

JDMCR aims to contribute to the scholarly discourse on disaster management by focusing on strategies that enhance community resilience. The journal seeks to publish research that explores innovative approaches to disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and risk reduction, with a particular emphasis on community-led initiatives and sustainable practices. JDMCR aspires to be a leading platform for research that bridges the gap between theory and practice in disaster management.

 

Focus

The journal’s focus is on research that examines the intersection of disaster management and community resilience. It prioritizes studies that explore how communities can prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters while building long-term resilience. The focus is on interdisciplinary research that offers practical solutions and models that can be replicated in diverse contexts to strengthen community resilience against various types of disasters.

 

Scope

This journal seeks to publish a broad range of scholarly articles, including: 

  1. Community-Led Disaster Preparedness: Research on initiatives that empower communities to develop and implement disaster preparedness plans. This includes studies on local knowledge integration, community education, and the role of grassroots organizations in disaster readiness.

  2. Risk Reduction and Resilient Infrastructure: Examination of strategies aimed at reducing disaster risk through the development of resilient infrastructure. This includes research on building codes, land use planning, and innovative technologies that enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure.

  3. Disaster Response and Recovery Strategies: Studies focused on the effectiveness of disaster response and recovery strategies at the community level. This includes research on coordination between local governments, NGOs, and communities, as well as the role of social networks and community solidarity in recovery efforts.

  4. Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience: Exploration of how communities adapt to the impacts of climate change to reduce vulnerability to climate-related disasters. This includes research on adaptive practices, sustainable livelihoods, and the integration of climate change considerations into disaster management plans.

  5. Psychosocial Aspects of Disaster Resilience: Research on the psychological and social dimensions of disaster resilience, including mental health support, community cohesion, and the role of cultural practices in coping with and recovering from disasters.

  6. Innovative Technologies in Disaster Management: Analysis of the role of emerging technologies in enhancing disaster management and community resilience. This includes studies on the use of remote sensing, GIS, early warning systems, and digital platforms for disaster communication and coordination.

This scope reflects JDMCR’s commitment to advancing the understanding of disaster management by highlighting the importance of community resilience. The journal is dedicated to publishing research that offers innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions for reducing disaster risk and enhancing the capacity of communities to withstand and recover from disasters.