Rethinking Community Resilience : The Politics of Disaster Recovery in New Orleans

Name: Rethinking Community Resilience : The Politics of Disaster Recovery in New Orleans
Brand: New York University Press

New York University Press

Explores the unintended consequences of civic activism in a disaster-prone city\n After Hurricane Katrina, thousands of people swiftly mobilized to rebuild their neighborhoods, often assisted by government organizations, nonprofits, and other major institutions. In Rethinking Community Resilience, Min Hee Go shows that these recovery efforts are not always the panacea they seem to be, and can actually escalate the city's susceptibility to future environmental hazards. \n Drawing upon interviews, public records, and more, Go explores the hidden costs of community resilience. She shows that\u2014despite good intentions\u2014recovery efforts after Hurricane Katrina exacerbated existing race and class inequalities, putting disadvantaged communities at risk. Ultimately, Go shows that when governments,\n\nRethinking Community Resilience\nThe Politics of Disaster Recovery in New Orleans\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mai;