A Novel Model for Assessing Urban Resilience in Crisis Management
Seyed Ali Razavian Amrei
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Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Payame Noor University (PNU), P.O. Box, 19395-3697 Tehran, Iran.
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ghazal goodarzi
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PhD in Urbanism, Department of Urbanism, Faculty of Engineering, North Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
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Mahkameh Fattahi
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PhD in Urban Planning, Technical and Engineering Faculty, Department of Urban Planning, Islamic Azad University, North Tehran Branch, Iran Iran
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Keywords: Presentation of the model - urban resilience - crisis management - Delphi method,
Abstract :
In today's society, characterized by increasing complexity, uncertainty, and vulnerability, the concept of resilience has gained significant importance as a determinant of individual well-being and social stability. On the other hand, crisis always threaten community safety, and due to the extensive levels of damage and casualties they cause in cities, they have played a pivotal role in scientific studies. This research introduces a novel approach to assessing human resilience in crisis situations using a foundational and theoretical method, focusing on understanding and supporting individuals' capacity in their recovery during and after crisis. Through psychometric assessments, qualitative interviews, behavioral observations, and crisis scenario presentations from experts' perspectives, after three rounds of Delphi studies, the Human Resilience Model based on three fundamental components—human, activity, and space—along with 11 detailed resilience sub-factors, has been developed. According to expert opinions, the results of this research indicate that this model provides a reliable capability for assessing human resilience. Its use can lead to an acceptable estimate of resilience levels and foster a beneficial mindset among urban managers. Furthermore, practical implications of this novel approach demonstrate significant progress in resilience assessment, providing valuable insights for researchers and urban managers regarding the complexities of individual resilience and its implications for social and urban resilience. This cultural shift positions crisis management as a cornerstone in controlling urban crisis.Urbanization and population growth in cities are increasingly global issues faced by many cities today (et al., 2012 Sterling). This situation has exposed cities to numerous challenges (Heping et al., 2021). Iran, located in southwestern Asia with a population of over 80 million, has identified approximately 32 out of 45 recognized natural disasters worldwide. Moreover, Iran ranks ninth globally in terms of casualties and fifth in terms of the diversity of crisis. The term resilience against crisis and disasters has been increasingly used for several years; however, despite its widespread use in various fields of science, a clear and transparent application of this concept has not yet been provided.
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