Keywords
disaster risk management
preparedness
policy
adaptation
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Abstract
Collective memory plays a crucial role in supporting disaster risk management by strengthening community preparedness culture. This study aims to analyze the contribution of collective memory to disaster management through a thematic synthesis of international studies. The method used is a literature review of ten selected journals published between 2020 and 2025. The results show that collective memory manifests in various forms, such as storytelling, monuments, digital archives, memorial facilities, and community activities. These forms are effective when connected to concrete actions, educational programs, and policy planning. Practices in Japan, Germany, and Europe demonstrate the success of collective memory in supporting preparedness strategies. However, challenges arise when memory is not updated to address new risks, its meaning becomes fragmented, or it remains merely symbolic without concrete action. These findings highlight the need for policies that integrate collective memory into risk reduction, update narratives to remain relevant, and leverage technology for adaptation. This study is limited to literature analysis and has yet to capture the complexity of practices at the community level directly.
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