Estimating the Effects of Community Disaster Management Plan on Disaster Risk Reduction Literacy Using Propensity Score Analysis

Improving the disaster risk reduction literacy of residents is crucial for reducing the damage caused by serious disasters. This study aimed to investigate the impact of developing a community disaster management plan (CDMP) on residents’ disaster risk reduction literacy. To formulate the CDMP, a disaster risk communication workshop was conducted to collect information on existing disasters and discuss disaster risks in the community. The results were compiled into a risk map and timeline to support proactive disaster management activities by residents. The study assessed the effect of participation in the workshop on disaster risk reduction literacy, using a post-workshop questionnaire to survey participants. Propensity score analysis was employed to infer causal effects. The results showed that full participation in the workshop significantly increased participants’ understanding of disaster threats and improved disaster risk reduction literacy.