What is the definition of community resilience and how to measure it?

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Community resilience is defined as the sustained ability of a community to utilize available resources to respond to, withstand, and recover from adverse situations, such as natural disasters or economic crises. It emphasizes collective action, adaptability, and the capacity to learn from experiences to improve future responses.

To measure community resilience, various methods can be employed:

Surveys: Assessing community members' perceptions of resilience and preparedness.

Participation metrics: Tracking involvement in resilience-building activities and programs.

Outcome analysis: Evaluating changes in community well-being and recovery rates post-adverse events.

Social network analysis: Examining the strength and quality of community connections and support systems.