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The review aims to identify strategies and challenges in implementing disaster risk reduction in school curricula within developing countries.

March 30, 2026Frontiers in SustainabilityOpen Access

Disaster risk reduction in schools: a systematic review of the implementation strategies and challenges

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GMGideon Walter MutandaUniversity of South Africa BNBethuel Sibongiseni NgcamuUniversity of South Africa

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This systematic review analyzes strategies and challenges of integrating disaster risk reduction in schools, emphasizing the need for improved policies and community support.

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The review aims to identify strategies and challenges in implementing disaster risk reduction in school curricula within developing countries.
Conducted a systematic review of 38 empirical articles
Focused on disaster risk reduction integration in the Global South education
Analyzed the representation of DRR in curriculum subjects and extracurricular activities
Examined implementation challenges faced by educational institutions
Identified geography and social studies as primary subjects for DRR integration
Found that knowledge and response dimensions are emphasized, while action, integration, and participation are underrepresented
Highlighted challenges such as inadequate funding, limited teacher training, and lack of supportive policies
Advocated for curriculum redesign and enhanced community involvement to improve DRR effectiveness

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Mutanda et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ca1210883daed6ee094cf5 https://doi.org/10.3389/frsus.2026.1795059

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This systematic review analyzes strategies and challenges of integrating disaster risk reduction in schools, emphasizing the need for improved policies and community support.

Disaster risk reduction in schools: a systematic review of the implementation strategies and challenges

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Disaster risk reduction in schools: a systematic review of the implementation strategies and challenges

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