Disadvantaged communities (expecially BIPOC communities) are the most likely to be hurt by climate change-driven and industrial catastrophes. Low-lying land, substandard construction and infrastructure, legacy heavy industry contamination and similar factors mean that these communities face an urgent need for improved contamination mitigation, disaster awareness and preparedness, and access to alternative approaches.
Resilient communities initiatives focus on creating shelters, resource hubs and proactive education and strategies designed to reduce the harm to these communites resulting from these impacts. Resilient community initiatives also help historically disadvantaged communities gain agency, skills and organization capacity to advocate for their needs and spearhead improvements.
Good Hood knows that we can build strong, adaptable communities by promoting inclusive, relationship-based organizing that enhances our collective strength, cohesion, and disaster preparedness. This work is designed to foster mutual aid, inter-community solidarity, and the ability to respond to social and economic challenges associated with climate changes.
Good Hood’s partners include the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. We are working together to establish a prototype system of resilence hubs and strategies that will be initially trialled in Greater Dayton, Ohio.
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