HowWeSurvive launches a new era in disaster recovery 

HowWeSurvive, a new initiative funded by the Judith Neilson Foundation, was launched yesterday with a mission to transform disaster recovery practices by focusing on community strength and resilience. With a 40-year vision, this project aims to reshape how communities in Australia and beyond approach recovery from disasters. 

Based at the School of Built Environment at the University of New South Wales, HowWeSurvive draws on the expertise of leading researchers, educators, and advocates. The initiative seeks to move away from traditional top-down approaches, promoting sustainable, community-centred practices that address the challenges of disaster recovery more effectively. 

Professor David Sanderson, the founder of HowWeSurvive, emphasised the importance of this shift: “It’s about people, and it’s about getting it right. While there are commendable efforts, there are still problems we can fix to improve recovery. We’re in a unique position to establish long-term connections and make a real difference.” 

For more information, visit howwesurvive.com. 

Country: Australia

Theme: Health

Partner: HowWeSurvive