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Hatice Cecen Celik1, Michelle O'Reilly2,3, Elif Alar Erkal1
1Department of Emergency Aid and Disaster Management, Erzurum Technical University, Erzurum, Türkiye.
Young people view disasters as disruptive experiences impacting emotions and society, not just physical events. Their resilience involves social reconstruction, meaning-making, and a sense of responsibility for preparedness.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Disaster Studies
Background:
- Disaster research often overlooks youth perspectives.
- Understanding youth interpretations of disasters is crucial for effective preparedness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how young people identify and interpret disasters.
- To develop a youth-centered and culturally sensitive understanding of resilience and preparedness.
Main Methods:
- Photovoice methodology with undergraduate students in Türkiye.
- Participant-generated photographs and focus group discussions.
- Reflexive thematic analysis of qualitative data.
Main Results:
- Disasters are perceived as existential, symbolic, and socially disruptive.
- Post-disaster experiences involve psychological and social reconstruction.
- Hope and love emerge as relational and moral orientations in post-disaster contexts.
Conclusions:
- Young people's disaster experiences are complex, involving trauma, loss, solidarity, and meaning-making.
- Preparedness frameworks should integrate emotional, ethical, and experiential perspectives.
- Findings support the development of inclusive and resilient communities through youth-centered approaches.
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