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Why does network governance fail in managing post-disaster conditions in the Philippines?
Hazel D Jovita1, Achmad Nurmandi2, Dyah Mutiarin2
1Department of Political Science, Iligan Institute of Technology of the Mindanao State University, Philippines.
Jamba (Potchefstroom, South Africa)
|November 27, 2018
Summary
Philippine disaster management networks are ineffective due to rigid structures. Centralizing regional decision-making and improving coordination are key to enhancing disaster governance and response.
Area of Science:
- Disaster Management
- Governance Studies
- Social Network Analysis
Background:
- Disasters highlight governance vulnerabilities and societal complexities.
- Effective disaster management requires robust inter-agency coordination.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the network structure of Philippine disaster management.
- To analyze the implications of network structure on disaster governance.
Main Methods:
- Mixed-method approach combining social network analysis.
- Survey of 44 disaster response agencies in Region 10, Philippines.
- Key informant interviews with agency representatives, NGOs, and Typhoon Washi survivors.
Main Results:
- The mandated hierarchical structure (Republic Act 10121) is ineffective in regional and local disaster networks.
- Bureaucratic protocols hinder local disaster response operations.
- Lack of interdependency among agencies at the regional level.
Conclusions:
- Transforming regional decision-making to a more centralized structure is recommended.
- Improving coordination across all disaster operation levels is crucial.
- Intensifying collaboration with non-government agencies can enhance disaster response.
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