Mapping narratives of urban resilience in the global south

This study explores the narratives of urban resilience in cities in the Global South, examining the conflicting perspectives on resilience among various stakeholders. Using case studies from Manila, Nairobi, and Cape Town, it shows how resilience is framed differently, with implications for urban policy and the integration of diverse knowledge systems.

Context and quantification

About the policy

Area

Environment, Health, Climate Action

Instrument

Community planning

Intervention

Community resilience initiatives

Cost

International aid

Funding

UN-backed local climate programs

Institutional arrangement

None

Impacts

Stakeholders involved

Local governments, NGOs

Stakeholders impacted

Local communities

Wellbeing

Safety, Health

Justice consideration

Recognitional, Procedural

Metadata

Lead author nameM. Borie
Lead author genderFemale
Lead author institutionKing's College London
Lead author institution locationUnited Kingdom
Peer reviewed?true
Grey literature?false
Type of paperResearch article
Volume54
Publication year2019
URL / DOI10.1016/j.gloenvcha.2019.01.001
Sufficiency mentioned?true