Laura V. Arce’s Post

Natural hazards have devastating impacts on people's lives, especially those who are already marginalized by #race and #poverty. We hosted a webinar to take a closer look at the disparities and what funders can do, learn more from Giving Compass: https://bit.ly/47P4U8M #disasters #recovery #CDP4Recovery

My article in today's daily Dawn explains the reasons behind unprecedented loss of housing stock in rural Sindh due to rains and floods. A properly built resilient house is the long term solution for rural communities to avert perpetual disasters. The next step should be building resilient communities through climate sensitive infrastructure, livelihoods and social services https://lnkd.in/dyfHzK3F

🌟🏠 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆: 𝗔 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 Natural disasters often hit #marginalized communities the hardest, compounding existing challenges like #poverty and housing insecurity. Disparities based on race, ethnicity, and economic status can hinder recovery efforts, perpetuating cycles of poverty. To tackle this issue, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has enacted several acts promoting #equity in disaster grants, such as the Fair Housing Act and the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018. These laws mandate that a significant portion of funds be allocated to low- and middle-income households. Despite legislative efforts, many state and local #governments struggle to meet these requirements. Our latest brief delves into strategies for embedding equity in #disaster recovery grants management, emphasizing community-driven solutions for more inclusive and effective recovery outcomes. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/esiVunrH. #KPMGESG #DisasterRecovery #EquityInAction #CommunityDriven 🌍🤝 Cindy Cohen Sarah Rodriguez

A new study projects disparate risks of climate gentrification through secondary displacement in Florida. As coastal communities become displaced by rising sea levels, inland communities with lower socioeconomic status, lower education attainment, and higher rates of non-white renters are among those predisposed to secondary displacement risk. Check out this amazing article written by Jayson Velazquez, which is linked below! #climatechange #sealevelrise #coastalresilience #displacement https://lnkd.in/gK6iWE4C

In our latest we explore how in #rural communities smart investments are a key ingredient to solutions for a wide range of challenges, including the growing risk and severity of natural disasters. Well-informed, data-driven decisions about these investments will make a difference not just to rural places, but also to the nation. https://lnkd.in/gHzCpM2q #economicdevelopment #hazards

Sharing a great profile on the research conducted by Lihini de Silva, one of my PhD students at the Centre for Health Economics - Monash Business School. Her first thesis chapter explores disaster relief funding in Australia, focusing on the disparities in support for vulnerable communities. https://lnkd.in/gYsKPa52 Her research on the 2019/20 Black Summer Bushfires shows that vulnerable communities, particularly those with higher levels of social disadvantage, often receive less support than more affluent areas. This work sheds light on the implicit biases in disaster recovery efforts and underscores the importance of fair and equitable policy design. These findings have the potential to shape future disaster support strategies, helping ensure resources are more effectively distributed to those who need them most. #PhDResearch #DisasterRelief #SocialEquity #HealthEconomics #FiretoFlourish

🌍 Delving into the intricacies of flood control challenges in global South cities, our latest paper sheds light on a critical aspect often overshadowed: the resilience efforts of residents. In our research, we uncover how marginalized urbanites harness the power of civic engagement and collective action to tackle the looming threats of floods. Their everyday practices serve as the cornerstone for resilience building, offering invaluable insights often missed in traditional discourse. By understanding these grassroots dynamics, we recognize and amplify the voices of those at the forefront of resilience efforts. 💪 #UrbanResilience #CommunityEngagement #GlobalSouth #DisasterMitigation https://lnkd.in/emYb-mEk

🌊 Imagine waking up to find your home underwater, thanks to rising sea levels! This isn't just a distant possibility. It's a growing reality for millions of people living in coastal communities across the U.S., and for low-income families who already struggle to make ends meet. The threat of #flooding is especially devastating. 🏢 #PublicHousing, which is supposed to provide a safe haven for the most vulnerable members of our society, is particularly at risk. The buildings are often old and decrepit, and they're not designed to withstand the kind of #extremeweather events we're seeing more frequently due to #climatechange. According to a new report from the Union of Concerned Scientists, nearly 7 million affordable homes are needed to house the 11 million extremely low-income families in the United States; however, with sea levels rising and storms becoming more frequent, it's becoming increasingly difficult for these families to find a place to call home. 📢 The report's authors, Zoe Middleton and Rachel Cleetus, are sounding the alarm about the urgent need for #climateresilient design and construction in public and affordable housing. They're calling on policymakers to take action to address the affordable housing crisis and prioritize the needs of low-income families who are most affected by climate change. ⚖️ It's not just about building more houses. It's about creating communities that are fair and equitable. Climate change is a #socialjustice issue, and our responses to it must prioritize the most vulnerable members of our society. #EJFriday #ExtremeWeatherSZN

Excited to release a new report I co-authored with Claire Kramer Mills on the impact of flooding on basement housing in New York City! This study aims to identify the neighborhoods most at risk of flooding (from coastal/riverine surge or rainfall) that also have the highest densities of low-and-moderate income renter populations and basement housing in the city. Some key takeaways: - Approximately 10 percent of low-income and immigrant New Yorkers live in census tracts with high concentrations of basement apartments at high risk of flooding.  - 40 percent of low-and-moderate income and immigrant New Yorkers live in areas that are at low risk of future flooding but could face gentrification pressures in the future. - Neighborhoods adjacent and nearby to flood-prone neighborhoods that are affordable and less vulnerable to storms could be future sites of safe dwellings. This work was informed by incredible research done by the Pratt Center for Community Development, CHPC, and the NYC Comptroller's Office.

A new study that examines both the physical and socioeconomic effects of sea-level rise on Florida’s Miami-Dade County area finds that in coming decades, four out of five residents may face disruption or displacement, whether they live in flood zones or not. As inundation spreads, the effects will be felt predominantly by lower-income people as habitable areas shrink and housing prices rise, says the study. Only a small number of affluent residents will be able relocate from low-lying or waterfront properties, while many others without sufficient means may be trapped there, it says. https://lnkd.in/g3UvSJwh