Spontaneous Volunteers

After the 1995 Kobe earthquake, residents of North Rokko used the participatory Machizukuri model to create alternative reconstruction plans, forming neighbourhood associations that strengthened community resilience and civic engagement.

Community-led resilience model for improving wildfire preparedness and recovery

Strengthen neighbourhood-level coordination for disaster risk reduction 

Empower teenagers with the knowledge and skills to assist in emergencies 

Turning scientific research into practical preparedness and planning tools by connecting different stakeholders.

Structured approach to mobilise and coordinate local volunteers and citizens