Community Vulnerability to Natural Disasters: Policy Implications in Indonesia

Abstract

This research investigates the vulnerability of communities in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia to natural disasters and the policy implications for disaster mitigation. Given Indonesia's geological position, it is prone to various natural disasters, with recovery often being a lengthy process. The study identifies social, economic, and environmental factors that influence vulnerability and evaluates the effectiveness of policy interventions in areas such as risk assessment, early warning systems, infrastructure planning, community empowerment, social protection, and climate change adaptation. A quantitative research method, including surveys and data analysis, is employed to measure these dimensions using a Likert scale. The findings provide valuable insights into community vulnerability and offer policy recommendations for disaster mitigation. The study underscores the need for an integrated approach that considers the local context, community participation, and effective communication to ensure the success of these policy interventions.