Strengthening Social Systems and Social Structure in facing Disaster Threats in Palu City Indonesia

Abstract

Disasters are not only caused by environmental vulnerability but also by social system and social structure problems. It requires strengthening the social system and social structure. This study aims to analyze (1) social capital strengthening to face disaster threats (2) strengthening the role of family social institutions to face disaster threats and (3) a model of strengthening the social system and social structure to face disaster threats. This research used Explanatory-Sequential Transformative design. Data collection used observations, in-depth interviews, of surveys and literature studies. The sample was 149 people. The results showed that (1) social capital strengthening occurred through mangrove planting, reforestation, disaster counseling and awareness of disaster sites. (2) strengthening family social institutions through knowledge of monitoring systems, early warning systems and signs and equipment, knowing evacuation routes and safety of self and others and (3) The model of social capital and social structure to strengthen the face of disaster threats is togetherness and cooperation based on the need for security and safety of residents. The research conclusions are: (1) social capital such as togetherness, cooperation, reciprocity and mutual trust are very urgent to unite communities exposed to disasters (2) strengthening family institutions took place through awareness of disaster knowledge and (3) social capital follows the priority of needs with which social capital operates.