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Barriers to evidence-based disaster management in Nepal: a qualitative study
1The School of Health and Related Research, The University of Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Public Health
|February 16, 2016
Summary
Barriers to evidence-based disaster management in Nepal include poverty, culture, and weak political leadership. Addressing these system-level issues is crucial for improving disaster resilience and response in developing countries.
Area of Science:
- Disaster Management
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Natural disasters are increasing globally, disproportionately affecting developing nations.
- Evidence-based practices are vital for enhancing disaster resilience and response.
- Nepal faces significant challenges in implementing effective disaster management strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the barriers to evidence-based disaster management in Nepal.
- To identify factors hindering the adoption of best practices in disaster response.
- To inform policy and practice for improved disaster resilience.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study design.
- Semi-structured interviews with 11 key informants in Nepal's disaster management sector.
- Thematic analysis of recorded and transcribed interviews.
Main Results:
- Population-level barriers identified: poverty, local customs, and cultural factors.
- Community-level barriers: engagement and understanding.
- System-level barriers: limited demand, availability, and accessibility of evidence; inadequate system configuration and processes.
- Political ownership and leadership emerged as critical determinants of practice.
Conclusions:
- Nepal faces multiple barriers to evidence-based disaster management.
- Political determinants, including governance and leadership, are particularly influential.
- Addressing these barriers is essential to reduce vulnerability and improve disaster response in Nepal.
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