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RESEARCH ON TAIWANESE PEOPLE'S DISASTER LITERACY, SATISFACTION WITH DISASTER EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY DISASTER PARTICIPATION

Hsu-Kuan Jonathan Liu 

Department of Hospitality Management, I-Shou University 

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Hung-Lin Chen 

Department of Tourism, I-Shou University 

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Yi Cheng Huang 

Department of Hospitality Management, I-Shou University 

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Abstract

This study investigates the relationships and differences among disaster education satisfaction, disaster literacy, and the intention to participate in community disaster preparedness among individuals in Taiwan who have received disaster education.

Taiwan, located in the Pacific Ring of Fire and subject to a subtropical monsoon climate, is highly vulnerable to earthquakes, typhoons, floods, and landslides. As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of natural disasters globally, disaster risk reduction has become increasingly critical. Since government efforts alone are insufficient to mitigate disaster impacts, enhancing public preparedness and promoting community-based self-help and mutual aid have become essential. Disaster education plays a pivotal role in strengthening public awareness and response capabilities.

This study employed a questionnaire survey targeting individuals who had participated in disaster education programs. The instrument covered personal demographics, satisfaction with disaster education, disaster literacy, and willingness to engage in community disaster activities. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, reliability testing, independent samples t-tests, and ANOVA.

The results indicated that disaster education significantly enhances disaster literacy, which in turn positively influences community participation intention. Disaster education also has a direct effect on participation. Furthermore, significant differences in disaster education satisfaction and literacy were observed across various demographic groups.

These findings suggest the need for governments and relevant agencies to develop localized and diversified disaster education strategies tailored to different population segments, thereby improving public literacy and fostering a more resilient society.

Key words: Disaster Literacy, Disaster Education, Community Disaster Participation