Integrating Local Wisdom into Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction: Insights from Indigenous Practices in West Sumatra

Abstract

This study investigates the integration of local wisdom into community-based disaster risk reduction (CBDRR) efforts in West Sumatra, Indonesia. Drawing on qualitative methods including interviews with local elders, community members, and disaster practitioners, the research documents indigenous knowledge systems related to natural signs, traditional architecture, and collective rituals. The study finds that such practices offer practical, sustainable, and culturally resonant approaches to disaster preparedness and response. However, the erosion of local traditions among younger generations and the lack of institutional recognition pose challenges. The paper recommends a hybrid model that combines modern disaster management frameworks with indigenous practices to enhance community resilience and inclusivity in disaster governance.