From HSToday: The Benefits of Community-Led Disaster Recovery: Part III
Enabling communities to lead with their strengths and participate in recovery efforts yields more responsive, resilient outcomes.

“This is the final article of a three-part emergency management series exploring the importance of strengths-based approaches, strong social networks, community ownership of emergency preparedness, and better recovery through activation of local strengths. [Earlier parts of this article are cited on the website.]

Disaster recovery involves more than just rebuilding structures. It’s about restoring trust and confidence and enabling communities to take constructive action. And just like preparedness, successful recovery starts with knowing who and what your community can rely on. “