Partnerships to Address Disasters in Houston's Underserved Communities
Author Information
Author(s): Adepoju Omolola, Tipton Mary, Hirsch Ben, Gilbert Lauren
Primary Institution: University of Houston College of Medicine
Hypothesis
How can academic-community partnerships help assess the impact of disasters on housing and mental health?
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of community-led initiatives in addressing the effects of climate change disasters on housing and mental health.
Supporting Evidence
- The project involved 15 community partners, with 10 agreeing to participate.
- Regular meetings were held to ensure co-ownership of the project.
- Visual notetakers captured community conversations to enhance understanding.
Takeaway
This study shows that when communities work together with researchers, they can better understand and solve problems caused by disasters.
Methodology
The study used geospatial-longitudinal maps and critical ethnography concepts to gather community experiences.
Participant Demographics
Participants included community leaders and partners from social support, healthcare, and faith-based organizations.
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