Lived Experiences of Learners During Disaster: Basis in Formulating Policies on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

Agnes B. Bautista & Rhett H. Motus

Volume 1 Issue 1 July 2023

Abstract

This study utilized phenomenological research design to capture the lived experiences of participants in disaster preparedness. Ten junior high school learners were purposively chosen as participants of the study from the Division of Aklan. This research undertaking was limited only in capturing the narratives of the participants, difficulties they encountered and their coping strategies during the disaster. In collecting the data, the study used individual interview utilizing the researcher-made interview guide which was validated by the panel of experts. Based on the results, the following themes were generated in the preparation to disaster: they secured their belongings, they secured the house by covering and tying some parts of it, they secured food supplies, they informed and checked their PWD neighbors, they were also securing the animals by putting them in safe place, they stay calm as well and avoid panic, and they applied knowledge gained from drills. The encountered challenges in dealing with disasters include: properties and belongings were damaged, no electricity, struggled financially, trouble in food supply, emotional trauma, and livelihood was damaged. They performed actions to address the challenges during disasters through learning from experience. These learnings served as lesson for them to be careful and to prepare. Part of their preparation is to tie their houses, the trees around them, and secure the important things.

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Bautista, A.B. & Motus, R.H. (2023). Lived Experiences of Learners During Disaster: Basis in Formulating Policies on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management. Industry and Academic Research Review, 1 (1), 80-84.