Disaster Risk Communication in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities: The Role of Technology

Authors

Robert Ighodaro Ogie, University of WollongongFollow
Juan C. Castilla Rho, University of WollongongFollow
Rodney J. Clarke, University of WollongongFollow
Alison Rotha Moore, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

132485

Publication Details

Ogie, R., Castilla Rho, J., Clarke, R. J. & Moore, A. (2018). Disaster Risk Communication in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities: The Role of Technology. Proceedings, 2 1256-1-1256-7.

Abstract

Migrants, ethnic minorities and people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities are often more vulnerable to natural disasters due to cultural barriers and limited proficiency in the dominant language, which sometimes undermine their ability to access, interpret and respond to warnings. Technology can assist in engendering culturally and linguistically appropriate communication with CALD communities if key challenges are identified. This study contributes by reviewing relevant literature with the aim of ascertaining the most pressing challenges requiring technological interventions. Three broad issues (i.e., trust, message tailoring, and message translation) are identified and discussed, and potential solutions for addressing these issues are recommended.